Psychologist - Missouri School for the Deaf (MSD), 505 E. 5 th St., Fulton, MO 65251
Salary: $52,752 annually (11-month position with month of July off. Starting August 1, 2024)
Essential Functions: The incumbent must have the ability to perform the essential functions below either with or without reasonable accommodations. - Plans, conducts and reports results of multi-disciplinary (including psycho-educational) evaluations of currently enrolled students and public-school students evaluated through the Resource Center on Deafness.
- Provides individual and group counseling to students based on personal and/or educational counseling when indicated or requested.
- Consults with administrators, teachers, dormitory and nursing staff as needed.
- Plans and/or participates in in-service programs for staff.
- Works in conjunction with members of the IEP team to develop behavior management plans. Coordinates the implementation and monitoring of these plans.
- Attends staffing and evaluation team meetings for individual students. Devises strategies for the remediation or treatment of behavioral and academic problems.
- Refers students to other personnel or agencies for services when necessary.
- Conducts functional behavior assessments.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills: - Knowledge of psychological and educational tests, test procedures, interpretation, presentation of findings, and report writing.
- Knowledge of counseling techniques. Ability to diagnose problems and personal, educational and sometimes transition vocational needs of students. Skilled at establishing trust and rapport with students.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and parents. Assist with problem solving.
- Training in Functional Behavioral Analysis and the development of Behavioral Intervention Plans.
- Ability to work effectively as one of a team.
- Knowledge of available resources, outside services and other programs.
- Must meet the required American Sign Language competency level of Advanced.
Education Required: - Master’s Degree in School Psychology from an accredited college or university.
- K-12 Certification as a School Psychologist issued by the State Board of Education or License issued by the Division of Professional Registration.
- Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential preferred.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant NOTE: If a college degree is a requirement for this position, transcripts MUST be submitted with the application in order to be considered for employment. Failure to include transcripts (when required for the position) with your application will eliminate the application from the review process .
More reasons to love this position: The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@msd.dese.mo.gov
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov .
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.
To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.
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