What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist - FFS (33613) position at Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center?
* 3 hour evaluation - $140
Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a Fee for Service School Psychologist to complete CPSE evaluations on an as needed basis.
Job Summary: The purpose of a School Psychologist is to serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary evaluation team to conduct comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations using various assessments to identify students' cognitive, social, and emotional needs. The school psychologist also completes a social history as part of initial evaluation process for the committee on preschool special education.
Essential Functions:
- Conduct evaluations: Administer a variety of formal and informal assessments, including standardized tests and behavioral observations, to evaluate students' academic, social, and emotional skills.
- Write reports: Prepare comprehensive written reports summarizing evaluation findings, including eligibility recommendations.
- Participate in teams: Serve as a member of multi-disciplinary evaluation team to contribute to the development of educational plans and strategies.
- Consult and collaborate: Work with teachers, parents, and other professionals to discuss evaluation results, and develop plans to ensure students' needs are met in the school setting.
Skills:
- Knowledge of special education laws and regulations (e.g., IDEA).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, parents, and students.
- Experience with various assessment tools and evaluation techniques.
- Ability to write clear and concise evaluation reports.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Education:
Minimum Degree Required: Master’s Degree in School Psychology
Experience:
Minimum Experience Required: 2 Years’ experience
Required License/Registration/ Certification:
NYS Certified/ Licensed School Psychology
Physical Requirements :
☒Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running.
☐Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements.
☐Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.
Salary : $46 - $140