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 3-5 years old through 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 New York State and Indiana.
• 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 Doctor 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. Open to feedback and commitment to quality of provided services. 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 all providers Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE Flexible scheduling Work with a team of professionals that care about making a difference Payment is biweekly with direct deposit Job Type: Per Diem Pay Rate: CPSE Psych Evaluation: $150-$175 Social History: $100 Liberty POST is an equal opportunity employer. Liberty POST offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws. Liberty POST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.