Preschool School Psychologist

We are currently looking for a School Psychologist to join our team at our William O'Connor- Midwood School, supporting preschool aged children with developmental disabilities. This would be a full-time, 12-month position, Monday-Friday from 8am-3pm.

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides many services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees are committed to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, is responsible for providing evaluation, diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention in accordance with ADAPT Community Network (ADAPT) policies, the regulations, and requirements of applicable regulatory agencies and standards of the profession. Monitors treatment plans and progress. Conveys intervention techniques to others.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the School Psychologist will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides psychological assessment on individuals annually in areas of intelligence and adaptive behavior.
• Develops a treatment plan and goals based on an assessment.
• Provides psychological services as prescribed by a treatment plan in behavior management, psychological counseling, crisis intervention, etc.
• Integrates therapeutic intervention techniques into programs or the home of person served through consultation with parent/guardian and staff at team meetings, case conferences or other informal contacts.
• Records progress on all active cases in therapy, monitors therapy status, and makes appropriate recommendations as changes occur.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and annual reviews for purposes of planning, implementation, and monitoring of individual plans.
• Participates in pre-admission evaluations.
• Assists with other duties such as arrival and dismissal, feeding, restroom use, and classroom management.
• Maintains equipment and orders supplies with the approval of the supervisor.
• Administers scores, analyzes, and interprets diagnostic tests in cognitive and emotional areas.
• Trains and instructs program staff in the utilization of goals, behavior management, interpretation of test results, etc.
• Keeps abreast of changes in the field.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills are necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, consumers, families and outside contacts.
• Must be able to maintain the strictest confidentiality
• Knowledge of standard psychometric assessment instruments i.e., Wechsler series, Stanford Binet
• Demonstrate sound judgment and the capacity to respond to unusual situations.
• Good personal computer skills and knowledge of appropriate software
• Must be willing to work at various program sites.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in Psychology
• NYSED School Psychologist Certification
• At least one year of comparable experience with the developmentally disabled.

COMPENSATION: $49.65/hour + Industry Leading Benefits!

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and statuses are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49.65 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person