Psychologist Intern - SY 26/27

Washington Elementary School District 6•Glendale, AZ

12h

About The Position

Under direct supervision, incumbent(s) provides psychological services in the school environment to include evaluation, consultation and program development to benefit students and their families who require special education or are at risk. Note: Psychological services must be verified and approved by designated supervisory psychologist..

Requirements

Completion of all coursework and practicum in School of Psychology graduate program
Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Driver’s License.
Understanding learning, behavioral and child development theories
Demonstrating presentation techniques
Knowing referral sources
Understanding criteria for special education eligibility
Knowing State and Federal laws governing special education.
Preparing psychological evaluations and reports
Selecting and using testing methods and interpreting the results
Diagnosing learning and behavioral problems
Implementing intervention methods
Using computer-related software applications
Engaging and encouraging communication skills while interacting with supervisors, staff, students, etc. to exchange information.

Nice To Haves

One year of work experience with children.

Responsibilities

Evaluates students for special education eligibility including diagnosing emotional, behavioral, learning and attention problems and determining the appropriate placement or intervention method.
Counsels students individually or in groups on issues such as drug abuse, physical abuse, school behavior and motivation.
Determines which concerns the school can handle and which need to be referred to outside agencies.
Writes and/or dictates psychological reports including determining information needed in a formal evaluation and the terminology to be used in the diagnosis.
Consults teachers and parents in order to provide intervention techniques/methods in helping students to be more successful in school and in dealing with family problems.
Attends staff, professional and agency meetings in order to discuss student needs, referral availability and intervention methods.
Stays updated on new educational and psychological theories, processes and techniques.
Provides in-service training on behavioral techniques and processes including determining the audience and the most effective presentation method.
Works with others in developing programs for students needing special education or students at risk including determining staff, materials and dates and observing programs for effectiveness.
Other job-related duties as assigned