Center Based: School Psychologist

General Summary:
The School Psychologists will provide services to help all children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally and emotionally, and will be credentialed and demonstrate professional expertise in psychoeducational assessment practices, interventions and crisis preparedness and response. They will have a foundation in both psychology and education, are experts in addressing barriers to educational success, and will engage in data-based decision making to plan and deliver effective and culturally responsive services.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an approved specialist-level program with a minimum of 60 graduate semester hours or a doctoral program for the preparation of School Psychologists, serving children/students ages birth-21 at an accepted institution of higher education
• CDE licensure in School Psychology: Preferred • Passing of the national school psychology exam: National Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) certification or Praxis II 5402. Passing Score: 147.
• Successful completion of practicum consisting of a sequence of closely supervised on-campus or field-based activities, designed to develop, and evaluate a candidate's mastery of distinct professional skills, consistent with program and/or course goals.
• Successful completion of internship consisting of a full-time experience over one year, or half-time over two years with a minimum of 1200 clock hours, of which 600 must be in a school setting.
• The internship may include, beyond the 600 hours in the school setting, other acceptable internship experiences, including in private, state- approved educational programs or in other appropriate mental health or education-related programs.
• May hold a valid NCSP credential, issued by the national school psychology certification board.
• Experience in the administration and interpretation of a variety of test instruments to evaluate cognitive ability, learning aptitudes, academic skills, social-emotional, and adaptive abilities for special education and gifted education identification.
• Experience using consultation techniques that allow for providing effective techniques that address problems in learning and behavior.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience working with individuals with comorbid cognitive and behavioral challenges.
• Advanced knowledge regarding Applied Behavioral Analysis
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced problem-solving skills.
• Advanced interpersonal relations and teamwork skills.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with community agencies/resources.
• Ability to engage in ongoing professional growth and building/district professional activities.
• Ability to demonstrate cultural humility and leadership by modeling an equity lens and engaging in trauma-informed practices.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.

Essential Competencies:
Organizational and Systematic Responsibilities:

• Maintain an active case load of students who receive school based Mental Health support as part of their special education plan.
• Provide school-based, multi-tiered therapeutic services, as well as social, emotional, and behavioral intervention services to individuals, groups, and parents/guardians, including ongoing direct services to students with developmental and emotional disabilities.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary assessment team for assigned students and work as a team member in making treatment decisions, developing intervention plans, and planning programs to meet the special needs of assigned students.
• Work collaboratively with the clinical team on conducting functional behavioral assessments that drive the creation of Functional Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Consults with staff and other Firefly Autism personnel to obtain information regarding the reason for referral.
• Serve as a resource to Firefly Autism personnel regarding psychological services and the academic/psychological needs of students as well as provide psychoeducation, support, and counseling to parents/guardians of students.
• Provide in-service training and workshops for Firefly Autism staff regarding mental health issues and proper procedures for the identification and referral of students.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Maintain adequate and current testing materials required by School Psychologists.
• Maintain current licensure in Colorado.
• Participation in appropriate Firefly Autism committees.

Services to Students:

• Gather background information on the student's psychological history by conducting behavioral observations, conducting interviews, and reviewing school records.
• Interpret assessment results and compile comprehensive psychological assessment reports that address the reason for referral and include appropriate recommendations.
• Address individual client needs through the development of systematic treatment plans, including target sheets and skill acquisition programs, as well as active progress monitoring for a designated case load.
• Positively impact achievement and differentiate instruction based on the needs of the students by supporting programs designed to increase student achievement.
• Communicate case findings and recommendations staff and other Firefly Autism personnel as needed.
• Participates in eligibility committee meetings and contributes to the development of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Conduct specialized individual and group counseling sessions to address specific emotional, social, and behavioral needs of students.
• Serve as a liaison between the student, home, and Firefly Autism regarding mental health services for assigned students.
• Provide follow-up support and periodic re-evaluation services as necessary.
• Act as a member of the school crisis team to provide intervention to students as necessary.
• Compile monthly reports and maintain accurate case records.
• Engage in individual and school-wide safety implementation, including crisis response, prevention, and intervention for students at-risk of harm to self or others.

Professional Development and Training:

• Attend all staff trainings.
• Attend all school and program meetings.
• Actively participate in initial and follow-up training in applied behavior analysis methodology and crisis management
• Willingness to participate in research efforts.
• Engage in activities to further knowledge of autism and applied behavior analysis.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification current.
• Other professional development and training as assigned.

Physical Requirements of the Job:

• Light physical effort (lifting up to 25 pounds).
• Frequent standing and walking.
• Occasional bending and reaching.
• Occasional lifting, pulling, and pushing.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• Speaking and hearing.
• Normal school district environment.

At Firefly Autism our work matters, and so does each one of our valued team members. Thus, we are committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse group of employees at all levels of support and operation. We strive to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, equality, communication, understanding, and acceptance. We encourage applications from wide range of backgrounds, including women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, neuro-distinct individuals, persons within the LGBTQ+ community.
We recognize that diversity inspires innovation. Thus, we welcome and celebrate team members regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and unique abilities to contribute to our mission and core values. Our unique experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our clients.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000
Req #: 1073
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.