KidStart- Psy- Presch Couns-FT-GLOW

Dayforce•Mount Morris, NY

1d•$68,000 - $73,000

About The Position

The Preschool Counselor serves on the Evaluation Center’s Diagnostic Team, conducting psychological assessments for children referred for initial evaluations and re-evaluations. The role also provides psychological and counseling services to children enrolled in KidStart programs and consults with KidStart staff about individual and classroom management, social-emotional education, behavior programs, and related concerns. The position supports developmentally appropriate practices as defined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The counselor collaborates with the Evaluation Team, prepares timely written reports, supports classroom and clinical staff, and provides direct counseling and parent counseling and training as specified in children’s IEPs. The role also contributes to trauma-informed practice, parent education, staff training, quality assurance, and compliance activities. The position reports to the Clinical Director and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Licensed as a Psychologist in New York State or hold permanent School Psychologist Certification from the New York State Education Department.
Valid New York State driver’s license.
Positive interaction skills with children, caregivers, and colleagues.
Excellent report-writing, organization, interpersonal, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
Ability to relate to people from different backgrounds and with different abilities.
Ability to maintain composure under pressure and a professional appearance.
Effective facilitation and presentation skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to learn other required computer systems.
Ability to adapt to ideas, technologies, and activities.
Strong time-management skills.
Ability to use standard office equipment, including a computer, phone, fax, and copier.
Ability to drive a vehicle.
Ability to sit for extended periods.
Physical ability and stamina to participate in children’s play and sustain active work throughout the day, including walking or running quickly; sitting on the floor or in child-sized chairs; bending, kneeling, or crouching; walking on rough or uneven ground; lifting children (30-pound minimum); maintaining children’s safety; and moving quickly and reacting calmly in emergencies.
Good judgment regarding children’s health and safety.

Responsibilities

Conduct diagnostic psychological evaluations for children referred to the evaluation center through CPSE or EIP.
Collaborate with and provide input to the Evaluation Team, and complete written reports within required timelines.
Serve as a resource for classroom and clinical staff regarding children’s social-emotional, behavioral, and psychological needs.
Assist staff with or conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and develop subsequent behavior programs.
Serve on KidStart’s Initiative Team (KIT) to help create a trauma-informed environment that meets children’s social and emotional needs.
Provide information about teaching strategies to meet individual children’s needs.
Provide direct counseling services as outlined in children’s IEPs.
Provide parent counseling and training as outlined in children’s IEPs.
Participate in team meetings when requested.
Provide parent education and training to program families as needed.
Conduct staff in-service training when requested.
Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.
Participate in quality assurance and compliance activities as required.
Demonstrate Arc GLOW’s values of inclusion, respect, and professionalism in providing early childhood services and partnering with families.
Conduct oneself in a manner that supports the agency’s mission, philosophy, and policies.
Participate in CPSE meetings as needed.
Support the Evaluation Team Leader with scheduling, packets, and meetings as needed.
Stay informed about birth-to-five legislation and developments in psychology.
Fulfill other duties or requirements as requested by the supervisor or Program Director.