Multi-Site School Psychologist

Lyndhurst Campus

Multi-Site School Psychologist

Full Time | Posted September 05, 2023

Job TypeFull-time
Job Title/Department: School Psychologist
Employee Classification: Exempt / Full-Time

Location: Multi-Site, Lyndhurst and Westlake, OH Campuses

Employee is eligible for mileage reimbursement for travel from primary "home" work location.

Employee Reports To: Director of Academics and Teacher Development with a dotted line to the Director of Student Programs.

Summary

Julie Billiart Schools is a network of schools serving children in grades K-8 with special learning challenges. Currently there are campuses in Akron, Lyndhurst, Westlake and soon to be Brecksville (open Fall 2024) that offer unique learning environments for students with autism, ADD/ADHD, dyslexia and social learning challenges. We are Catholic, non-public schools that respect diverse faith traditions.

The School Psychologist provides consultation, psychological and psycho-educational assessments, and works with Julie Billiart (JB) Schools administrators and Districts of Service (DOS) to plan, complete and disseminate the Evaluation Team Report (ETR) Process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Ohio School Psychologist license.
• Master’s or Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in school psychology;
• A 1200-hour internship
• Passing the Praxis School Psychologist exam
• Demonstrates the ability to access community resources appropriate to the needs of students.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following is a list of primary duties and responsibilities. Other duties to be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations can be made to employees with qualified disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the job, so long as there is no undue hardship created upon the organization or other employees within the organization.

• Consults with JB School administrators to evaluate the ability of Julie Billiart psychology services to meet the needs of students. Upholds school policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Works with the District of Service (DOS) as the overseeing entity during the ETR reevaluation process..
• Promotes a favorable image of JB Schools.
• Generates and interprets data on individual students’ interventions and programming purposes.
• In collaboration with the DOS, monitors education laws, rules and regulations. Develops
• procedural protocols necessary to comply with legislative mandates. Adheres to compliance timelines.
• Advocates for children. Helps ensure that policies and procedures support non-biased assessment and program planning activities.
• In collaboration with the DOS, obtain written consent of parents/guardians before assessment and program implementation.
• Administers diagnostic tests and interprets results for the ETR team.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Participates in programming to promote a safe, positive school climate (anti-bullying, PCM training,etc.).
• Consults with parents on a regular basis (e.g. telephone calls, voice mails, emails, etc.).
• Collaborates with teachers. Share knowledge and resources that enhance the educational process.
• Helps staff address student concerns (e.g. excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, vocational transition plans, etc.).
• Take precautions to ensure student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised.
• Participates in school events as necessary.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities.
• Accepts responsibility for decisions and conduct. Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following characteristics and physical skills are essential for the successful performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
• Acts in accordance with the professional code of conduct.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing and listening skills.
• Completes detailed paperwork accurately.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
• Averts program situations and intervenes to resolve conflict.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Belief and commitment to the JB way and mission and to embracing the Sisters of Notre Dame’s philosophies and teachings.
• Travels to Julie Billiart School campus locations as needed.

Supervisory Responsibility

Under the direction of the Director of Academics and Teacher Development with a dotted lined to the Director of Student Programs:

• Plans and organizes work assignments within the ETR process.
• Provides instructions and communicates expectations to assigned staff.
• Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak, stand, talk, walk, sit, see, and hear (corrected or uncorrected).
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Direct Reports

None

Conclusion

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, qualifications or physical demands associated with the position.

Julie Billiart Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Julie Billiart Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.