School Psychologist

Liberty POST is currently seeking a motivated and energetic Early Childhood School Psychologist for per diem employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs.

Immediate positions are available throughout Syracuse.

 

 

Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994.  Backed by Liberty Resources Inc.

and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY, and has grown to provide a range of services throughout all of New York State and New Jersey.

We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play.

We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:  


* Effectively communicates and works with related agencies, community members, clients, families and co-workers.


* Establishes and maintains a rapport with clients/family members/caregivers and co-workers.


* Review client information prior to evaluation and complete necessary client forms in collaboration with family, other evaluators and current service providers. 


* Complete IEP direct including goals, outcome summary and results. 


* Gather outside information regarding child’s performance in a variety of settings.


* Utilize Provider Soft to record notes and evaluation results and submit evaluation write up to team leader.


* Attends and participates in ongoing staff in-services and mandatory quarterly meetings.


* Attend CPSE meetings.

 

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:


* Master’s Degree in School Psychology or Doctorate of Psychology


* Evaluation and assessment experience required.  Familiarity with a variety of preschool assessment tools.


* Effectively communicates via phone, e-mail, in public, and in large groups.


* Proficient on assessment tools necessary for evaluations. 


* Works independently, manages time and prioritizes tasks appropriately.


* Strong organizational skills necessary


* Evidence of independence, initiative and forward thinking related to clinical expertise.


* Willingness to give insight. 


* Open to feedback and commitment to quality of provided services.


* Communicates problematic clinical issues with respective supervisor.


* Responds positively to suggestions/directions, maintains a flexible attitude and generates new ideas and process improvements. 


* Maintains confidentiality of client records. 

 

 

 

Benefits for this position:


* Health Benefits and Retirement packages available for FT positions


* Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws


* Mentoring is offered to al...