School Psychologist Washington, D.C. Mid Level Full time (M-F); In-person (no remote/hybrid) $7[...]
45 Days Old
$70,000 to $80,000 (based on experience)
Location
Washington, D.C.
Description The School Psychologist will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess, develop, and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students. The student population primarily includes non-verbal and non-ambulatory children with brain injuries or brain-based disorders. The role involves contributing to research efforts related to these students and organizational research initiatives. Successful candidates will have a strong understanding of child psychological and educational development, possess leadership qualities, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and demonstrate accountability.
Please send a resume and cover letter to Jobs@ibrainnyc.org
Responsibilities Collaborate with the educational team, including nurses, medical staff, teachers, and administrators, to integrate information and support student social, emotional, and behavioral development.
Conduct psychological assessments, interpret results, and participate in IEP and team meetings.
Provide related services such as social work, parent counseling and training, and psychological counseling as needed.
Lead crisis interventions and contribute to the development of behavioral assessments and intervention plans.
Assist in remediation efforts through treatment plans, counseling, and referrals.
Support teachers in implementing classroom accommodations.
Develop and execute intervention plans for students, families, and the community.
Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, administrators, and service providers regarding student needs.
Maintain accurate case files and progress reports.
Utilize assessment tools to identify student needs across various settings and monitor progress.
Conduct interviews with students and families for evaluations, intake, and social history gathering.
Set growth goals for students and families, and create both short-term and long-term plans.
Complete progress reports for social work and parent training IEPs.
Use various tools and techniques, including observations and interviews, to evaluate student and family progress.
Schedule and conduct monthly Parent Counseling and Training sessions.
Work with families to identify growth areas and support active participation in IEP goals.
Assist in developing educational modules for staff training and accreditation.
Ensure a safe and healthy environment, complying with regulations.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA/FERPA.
Perform other discipline-specific duties as organizational needs dictate.
Prepare and submit session notes daily.
Participate in quarterly iBRAIN Innovation meetings.
Support RAs/Paras in understanding student IEPs and formulating research questions.
Complete annual research integrity training.
Identify knowledge gaps annually for continuing education.
Qualifications Master's degree in Psychology required.
Valid School Psychologist Certification required.
Minimum of 2 years' experience with children having brain injuries or disorders.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Proactive, flexible, detail-oriented, motivated, and team-oriented.
A sense of humor is required.
Health and vision insurance.
Paid time off.
Transportation management account.
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- Location:
- Washington, DC, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Other