School Psychologist - School Superintendent (Countywide)

Role

Preference given to Nationally Certified School Psychologists.

To function as a school psychologist in the public schools of Yavapai County as directed by the Yavapai County School Superintendent or designee. The duties shall include serving multiple schools and traveling frequently between such schools.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

• Administer extensive psycho-educational evaluations for all students referred, and compile data into complete psycho-educational report with timely submission to the school.
• Participate in conferences with school staff members and parents relative to test findings and their interpretation.
• Attend MET/ I.E.P. conferences and make appropriate recommendations. Comply with all IDEA regulations and Arizona Revised Statutes §15-765 to §15-767.
• Utilize data-based decision making; engage in consultation and collaboration; consult on academic interventions and instructional supports.
• Provide within scope of practice mental and behavioral health support and interventions; consult on school-wide practices to promote learning; address services to promote safe and supportive schools.
• Emphasize collaboration among family, school, and community; promote equitable practices for diverse student populations.
• Utilize research and evidence-based practice; and align with legal, ethical, and professional practice.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Masters Degree in School Psychology.

Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a psychologist in a public-school setting.

Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must be certified by the Arizona Department of Education.

Other Skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Comprehensive Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques applicable to school psychology.

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Organization and adherence to detail.

Ability to:

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
• Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
• Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with an office and/or classroom setting. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: UNG
Classification: At-Will
Safety Sensitive: No

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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