About the position
AMN Healthcare is partnering with a top school district in Greenville North Carolina to hire a School Psychologist to work in the area, providing services to children of all ages. This School Psychologist will provide counseling services to students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and to the regular student population (treating mood disorders, autism, anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skill deficits, conduct disorders) to foster positive coping strategies, motivation, and skill development. Responsibilities will include conducting psychological assessments and evaluations to identify students' needs and strengths, developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans, provide individual and group counseling to students to address emotional and behavioral issue. They will collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to create supportive learning environments, provide crisis intervention and support for students and staff as needed. They will also coordinate outreach activities that support students and families including pediatricians, outside counseling agencies, and agencies such as DCF, DMH, etc.
Responsibilities
- Provide counseling services to students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and to the regular student population.
- Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to identify students' needs and strengths.
- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
- Provide individual and group counseling to students to address emotional and behavioral issues.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
- Provide crisis intervention and support for students and staff as needed.
- Coordinate outreach activities that support students and families.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology.
- State Certification and / or Licensure is Required to Start the Assignment.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working in a School Setting is Preferred.
- Excellent Communication, Interpersonal, and Organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of educators, parents, and community members.
- Proficiency in assessment tools and techniques used in school and educational settings.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Strong Knowledge of Child Development, Learning Theories, and Behavioral Interventions.
Benefits
- Competitive pay rates.
- Medical, Dental, Vision.
- 401(k) and Flex Spending.
- Life Insurance.
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage.
- Free Continuing Education.
- Competitive Housing Deal.
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
