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School Psychologist (Summer School)

The Center for Disability Services

place Schenectady, 12303

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Counseling, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field, Psychology

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Consultant

local_atm $78,937.68 - $85,619.49 a year

Where people get better at life!

Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.

T he Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.

We are searching for a School Psychologist to join our Summer School Program in Schenectady, NY! This position is 3 days/wk (flexible schedule).

Program Dates:

Summer Program: July 8th – August 21st
Orientation Dates: July 7th & 8th

Responsibilities:

Provides comprehensive psychological assessments using methods and instruments appropriate to the age and developmental level of the student
Provides individual or group counseling when needed
Provides feedback on psychological assessments to staff, parents/guardians, and with appropriate counties and school districts
Provides behavioral consultation and lead team in development of psychological treatment plans (i.e., behavior plans) and classroom management plans
Provides input into educational plans regarding cognitive development, academic development, and adaptive skill development
Considers the discipline expertise of other team members and incorporates information in treatment planning and implementation
Provides documentation of work to be maintained in student's records.
Maintains professional and ethical standards and adhere to applicable regulations and laws

Requires flexibility in meeting emergency or dire needs of students
Remains current in the field by attending conferences and reading professional literature
Assists in the After School and School Vacation program by providing behavioral support via consultation, Functional Behavioral Assessment, and Behavior Intervention Plans, as needed
May provide services as needed through the Beyond Langan consulting program
Provides in-service training to staff as needed
If assigned to preschool, must be SPACE trained to train current staff in SPACE
Complies with all education laws and regulations; agency and program policies and procedures
Attends program, department, and interdisciplinary meetings as needed

Requirements:

Graduate degree (Masters, Doctorate) in field of School Psychology
NYS Certified School Psychologist and/or NYS Licensed Psychologist
Less than 1 year of job related experience, specifically in: School Psychology

Why Choose The Center for Disability Services?

Make an Impact: Be part of a team that celebrates difference and empowers students to achieve their fullest potential.
Inclusive Environment: We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate, support, and thrive on it!
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented, compassionate professionals who share your passion for helping students succeed.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

At the Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation Range:

$78,937.68 - $85,619.49