School Psychologist (Grant Funded through 22/23 School Year)
Company: Compass Charter Schools
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: May 15, 2023
Job Description:
The Compass Charter Schools (CCS) School Psychologist is a
highly qualified member of the Academics Department. Under the
direction of the Chief Academic Officer, the School Psychologist
will work collaboratively to strengthen the performance and
productivity of CCS scholars and staff.
In this role, the School Psychologist will help support our mission
through direct support of scholars, consultation with staff and
families, implementation of screening and assessment plans,
advising the department director for schoolwide improvement, and
collaboration with providers to support coordination of services.
We hope to broaden our team with individuals who embody these core
values, working towards inspiring scholars and preparing them for
future success.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Great Place to Learn
- Provide individual and group services to scholars that
emphasize improved educational performance and/or conduct.
- Screen and evaluate referred scholars including selecting
appropriate instruments, administering and scoring
assessments/tests, observations, and writing reports that state the
evaluation findings, recommend Special Education Eligibility, and
provide for educational program recommendations.
- Participate as a member of the IEP team, contributing
evaluation findings, making recommendations, and collaborating with
all members of the team to develop education plans.
- Consult with parents, teachers, and other staff regarding
accommodations and/or modifications needed for scholars.
- Maintain appropriate data on scholars, including present levels
of performance and intervention strategies; submit records,
reports, and assignments promptly and efficiently.
- Establish and monitor necessary caseloads, working with schools
and other staff to plan assessments and meetings. Schedule
assessment and design Mental Health Intervention Programs with
scholars and families as necessary.
- Participate in and support organizational scholar
recruitment/retention initiatives, scholar engagement experiences,
and school-wide events as needed.
Great Place to Work
- Implement scholar and parent counseling services and
educational methods (e.g. breathing or mental imagery
techniques)
- Collaborate with Education Specialists on academic and -
learning goals, create behavioral goals based on each scholar's
emotional, cognitive, and social strengths, Evaluate and report on
scholar progress (e.g. using psychometric tests), research new
methods to improve scholar's wellbeing (e.g. mindfulness), resolve
classroom or school crises as they arise
- Mentor and support teachers of high-risk scholars
- Guide parents/guardians in facilitating scholar's
progress
- Conducts multidisciplinary evaluations for all non-speech only
scholars who are referred for one or more eligibility categories.
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- Ensures psychological evaluations for Autism and Emotional
Disturbance are conducted in accordance with the National
Association of School Psychologists' best practice
recommendations.
- Maintains professional competence through participation in
professional development opportunities. Including but not limited
to the creation and implementation of staff development
activities.
Great Systems in Efficiency and Effectiveness
- Utilize SEIS to create Assessment Plans and prepare and manage
IEP related Documents.
- Help ensure data is accurate and updated in Pathways.
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- Conducts assessments that address behavioral interventions,
assists teachers in designing behavior plans including functional
behavior assessments, and manifestation determinations.
- Support case managers, as appropriate and per the department
director.
- Assists others as needed in meeting department and
organizational goals.
Competencies:
Knowledge:
- Proficient in school-related technologies including proficiency
in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite
(Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites), student information systems, and
SEIS.
- Expansive and up-to-date knowledge and practical use of
evaluation tools and standards required by the state of
California.
- Strong knowledge in formulating concise clinical reports and
maintaining complete longitudinal records for each scholar
served.
- Analysis of program activities and effectiveness, developing
and implementing procedures to improve the performance of scholars
and the department. -
Skills:
- Communicates and collaborates effectively within the
organization, building relationships and maintaining rapport
through active listening and empathy.
- Acts with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
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- Exercises good judgment, analyzes problems and data, and makes
sound conclusions and recommendations.
- Ability to develop and implement appropriate goals and
objectives for each individual scholar.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively and to
interact effectively with all stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Masters degree
- Valid/Current Preliminary/Clear California Pupil Personnel
Services Credential in School Psychology
- Five (5) years of experience as a school psychologist or
experience in a similar role
- Experience working with educators, Online schools and/or
Homeschooling preferred
Physical Demands:
Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed to meet the
needs of scholars, learning coaches (parents), and staff.
Work Environment:
This Position is based in an approved home office in California. As
the safety, adequacy, and functionality of the approved home office
are key, approval must be provided to work from another location.
May be required to also work from the Central Office, Learning
Center, or other Compass location. Must be able to work a flexible
schedule as needed to meet the needs of scholars, learning coaches
(parents), and staff. Must be able to travel throughout the State
of California for school-related activities. Notify HR if any work
will be performed in San Francisco or out of state for any period
of time. -
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature
and level of work being performed by people assigned to this
position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills -
required of employees so classified. - All employees may be
required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities
from time to time, as needed.
Keywords: Compass Charter Schools, Thousand Oaks , School Psychologist (Grant Funded through 22/23 School Year), Healthcare , Thousand Oaks, California
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