E 26/27 CLINCAL PSYCHOLOGIST-RISE TEAM

Arlington Public Schools•Arlington, VA

87d•Onsite

About The Position

Arlington Public Schools (APS) announces an opening for the position of a Clinical Psychologist. This 12-month position serves on the RISE Team (Respond, Intervene, Support, Empower) and is assigned to the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Student Support. The Clinical Psychologist operates under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Student Services or designee, exercising considerable independent judgment in providing clinical, behavioral, and crisis response services. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and school-based administrators to support students experiencing significant behavioral challenges. The position emphasizes assessment, intervention, consultation, and collaboration to develop a responsive program for students. Initially, this position is onsite at the school with other RISE team members to respond to immediate behavioral needs and safety concerns, developing and implementing intervention plans with fidelity.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from an accredited program required
Minimum of 5 years of experience providing clinical mental health services to children and adolescents
Active license as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the Virginia Board of Psychology or eligibility for Virginia licensure within a specified timeframe
Experience working in educational settings preferred
Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development, behavioral health disorders, and evidence-based crisis intervention practices
Experience developing services for children and adolescents
Specialized training in evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, trauma-informed care, psychological assessments, psychopathology, counseling techniques, and therapeutic interventions)
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations
Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and restorative practices
Strong collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to build positive relationships with diverse students, families, and staff
Knowledge of special education processes, mandated reporting requirements, and school safety procedures
Experience with MTSS, PBIS, and threat assessment models
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Expertise in behavioral intervention and school-based mental health
Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Excellent human relations, problem solving, as well as oral and written communication, including report writing, skills
Ability to use computer technology in an administrative and educational setting to manage meetings and all aspects of work assignments

Nice To Haves

Experience in crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, trauma-informed care, and school-based mental health strongly preferred
Eligibility for or possession of a Pupil Personnel Services License with a School Psychologist endorsement issued by the Virginia Department of Education, preferred

Responsibilities

Develops and provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions for students
Conducts functional behavioral assessments (FBAs)
Develops Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Analyzes and tracks behavioral and other data to evaluate intervention effectiveness and recommend adjustments
Responds to acute behavioral, emotional, and mental health crises occurring in school settings
Conducts suicide risk assessments, threat assessments, safety planning, and behavioral health evaluations
Provides de-escalation, crisis stabilization, and brief therapeutic intervention for students
Assists in determining appropriate levels of care and facilitate referrals to community mental health providers, hospitals, mobile crisis units, or emergency services when necessary
Participates in re-entry and transition planning for students returning from hospitalization, alternative placements, or crisis events
Provides individual and short-term counseling services for students experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges
Supports students impacted by trauma, grief, family instability, substance use, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns
Collaborates with parents/guardians to connect families with school and community resources
Facilitates family meetings and provides psychoeducation regarding behavioral health and intervention strategies
Collaborates with administrators, school counselors, psychologists, nurses, teachers, and special education staff regarding student behavioral and mental health concerns
Participates in multidisciplinary student support teams, manifestation of determination meetings, IEP/504 meetings, and threat assessment processes as appropriate
Provides consultation and training to school staff on trauma-informed practices, crisis response, suicide prevention, behavioral intervention, and mental health awareness
Assists schools in developing division wide prevention and intervention strategies to improve student well-being and school climate
Coordinates wraparound services and support continuity of care for students and families
Participates in community-based and division-wide crisis response initiatives, emergency planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration efforts
Serves as an active member of the RISE Team
Supports Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
Designs and delivers professional development to APS staff professional development related to: Positive behavior supports, Crisis prevention and intervention, Trauma-informed practices, Functional behavior assessment, Data collection and progress monitoring, Classroom behavior management
Maintains timely and accurate case documentation, risk assessments, service records, and referral information in accordance with APS policies and related implementation procedures, Federal and state regulations, FERPA, and adheres to professional and licensing body ethical standards
Enrolls in and maintains appropriate credentials for Medicaid billing; completes Medicaid billing within department timelines
Prepares reports and maintains data related to crisis response activities and student outcomes
Participates in division-wide crisis preparedness and emergency response planning
Performs other duties as assigned