School Psychologist

Agency : Department of Juvenile JusticeOpening Date/Time: 11/9/2023 12:00amClosing Date/Time: 11/28/2023 at 11:59pmSalary: Anticipated starting salary is $5,698/month (Step 1C); CBA applies; Full Range: $5,698-$8,507Job Type: Salaried Full TimeCounty: SalineNumber of Vacancies: 1Plan/BU: RC063This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Posting Identification Number 32614Position OverviewThe Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is seeking a motivated candidate to serve as the School Psychologist for their Illinois Youth Center (IYC) located in Harrisburg. The ideal candidate for this role will possess previous psychological experience in an educational setting, have a positive mindset, and be passionate about making a difference in the lives of at-risk youth in our care.

In this position, the incumbent will complete student evaluations, implement behavioral testing/scoring, and conduct group and individualcounseling. The incumbent in this position will serve as the School Psychologist for their assigned facility, as well as assisting IYC Pere Marquette with special education evaluations and re-evaluations as well as ensuring an environment that fosters growth and opportunity for the youth in our care. IDJJ encourages all qualified individuals to apply.Job Responsibilities* Participates in the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) School District #428 as a liaison for home-school re-entry student conferences, facilitating as an Individual Education Plan (IEP) team member and determining appropriate instructional programming.* Administers and scores psychological evaluations for special education eligibility purposes.* Serves as Special Education Evaluator for the Southern Region of School District #428.* Conducts individual and group counseling .* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of theduties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications* Requires the School Psychologist Endorsement from the Illinois State Board of Education.* Requires a master's degree in psychology or educational psychology from a recognized college or university approved by the State Board of Education, supplemented by one ( 1) school year's supervised professional psychological experience with children of school age.Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)1.

Prefers extensive knowledge of the theories and assumptions underlying the field of psychology.2. Prefers previous experience working with school aged children displaying deviant behaviors.3. Prefers the ability to give, score, and interpret psychological tests and behavioral measures.4.

Prefers the ability to prepare complex written and oral reports.Conditions of Employment1. Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.2. Requires ability to pass a drug screen.

The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of the position held, is prohibited.3. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.4. Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.5.

Requires the ability to comply with all local and federal health requirements and/or mandates.About the AgencyThe mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Over 900 staff members from across various departments-security, programming, education, mental health, and more-collaborate with the understanding that youth are physically, emotionally, and cognitively different from adults. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state.

IDJJ serves and houses approximately 150 youth and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on Aftercare in various Illinois' communities.BenefitsThe Department of Juvenile Justice offers an excellent benefits package including:* Flexible work schedules in many program areas (Remote work may be an option for certain positions)* Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance* Pension Plan* Ten (10) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave* Pre-tax benefits programs including but not limited to: Deferred Compensation, Medical, Daycare, etc.* Employees earn twelve (12) paid Sick Days annually* New Employees earn ten (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to twenty-five (25) paid Vacation Days annually* Employees earn three (3) paid Personal Days annually* Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pmWork Location: 1201 W Poplar St Harrisburg, IL 62946-3711Agency Contact:IYC Harrisburg Human Resources DepartmentEmail: DJJ.HumanResources.IYCHarrisburg@Illinois.govJob Family: Health Services; Education; Public Safety; Social ServicesThis position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSUse the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job AidNon-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website.The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s).

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