Part-Time School Psychologist

Overview

Part-Time School Psychologist (0.1 FTE) at Choice Schools Associates

Location:

Detroit, MI

Joining Dove Academy, a tuition-free public charter school serving K-8, and part of the Choice Schools community.

• Assess students for potential psychological concerns and make eligibility recommendations following MARSE Rules and ISD/RESA guidelines, if applicable.
• Develop special education plans based on data.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to create Section 504 plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to support students with disabilities.
• Counsel students and parents and point them toward additional resources when needed.
• Collaborate with the special education team to design and implement intervention strategies and programs.
• Administer therapy to children with developmental, learning, or behavioral delays.
• Analyze and treat students using psychoanalytic and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approaches.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student health and academic records.
• Demonstrate knowledge of best practice instruction for various disabilities and understanding of child development and school systems.
• Manage and promote positive student behavior; strong organizational, time management, and record-keeping skills.
• Read a variety of correspondences, medical records, educational records, test results, directives, and requests.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting and interact positively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
• Maintain confidentiality and use the special education system to write IEPs and document in the system.
• Lead eligibility meetings and bill Medicaid as appropriate; complete Random Moments in Time (ROMs).

To provide specialized psychological therapy services to eligible school students, evaluate students with learning, developmental, emotional, or behavioral issues, offer counseling, and assist teachers and families in creating individualized education plans.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications/experience:

• Master's Degree.
• Valid Michigan school psychology license.
• Demonstrated competence in all areas of focus, including child and school psychology.
• Case reporting and writing skills.
• Ability to coordinate with students, parents, and staff, individually and in groups.
• Excellent verbal and written expression with proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of and ability to follow and implement the IEP process.
• Knowledge of and skills working with At-Risk students.

Please contact  with any questions.

Work Location:

20001 Wexford St, Detroit, MI 48234

Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and more. View our benefits options here -

Equality statement:
Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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