Permanent Full-Time Registered Psychologist - Jobs in McLean

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The South East Cornerstone Public School Division is looking for a permanent full-time Registered Psychologist.Term: Start Date: As soon as possible / As mutually agreed uponEnd Date:Tenure: PermanentHours of Work: Equivalent to 37.5 hours per weekReporting to the Coordinator of Student Services, the Registered Psychologist consults and collaborates with teachers, administrators, parents and other personnel or agencies to design, monitor and assist in the delivery of interventions designed for the student’s development. They provide individual assessment information about a student that will lead to information, strategies, resources, and supports to assist in the student’s overall development. Required Education, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience: A Master’s Degree in a related discipline of PsychologyA minimum of 3 year’s experience as a Registered Psychologist or equivalent or a provisional Registered Psychologist (with an Education degree) Eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists as a full-practicing member with an Authorized Practice Endorsement (APE)Licensed and maintain membership through the Saskatchewan College of PsychologistsPossess a current and valid Driver’s LicenseExperience in the delivery of human services would be an assetProficiency in the operation of computers, word processing applications and additional software comparable to those currently used in the school divisionRequired Skills and Abilities: Ability to maintain strict confidentialityAbility to establish a strong rapport with students, families and school personnelAbility to manage high stress situationsAbility to work as a team playerAbility to work with children with physical and emotional needs Excellent interpersonal skillsDisplay a positive attitude and work ethic to represent the Student Services areaAbility to successfully contribute as part of a case management teamDemonstrated ability to prioritize multiple demands and effectively manage timeProficiency in the operation of computers, word processing applications and additional software comparable to those currently used in the school divisionAbility to conduct successful workshops on applicable knowledge area topicsAbility to plan for program improvement based on data, in-service, and feedbackBasic organizational skills, recordkeeping skills and clerical proceduresDuties and Responsibilities:Without restricting the generality of the purpose above, the Registered Psychologist shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including but not restricted to the following:Participate as an active member of the Student Services team in carrying out the vision and mission of SECPSDAct as a psychological resource to the education systemBring a psychological approach to the analysis of a student’s behavioral and/or learning challengesIdentify and assess the learning and developmental characteristics and needs of students, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning and achievementConduct psychoeducational assessments including the administration of standardized assessment tools (measuring cognitive ability, academic functioning, executive functioning skills, and/or socio-emotional and behaviour functioning, etc.), interpretation of testing results, report writing, and debriefing of testing results Provide classroom and other environmental observations, file review, gathering case history information through interviews and checklists, and reviewing other professional assessments of the studentProvide the data from a psychological assessment to serve as the basis for recommendations concerning intervention strategies for the parents and school teamCarry out the assessment procedures in a timely mannerConsult with parents, administrators, Student Services Diverse Needs Instructional Coaches, learning support teachers, classroom teachers and other professional service providers in the post-assessment conference regarding assessment results and recommendations for interventions to support the teaching process and to maximize learning and adjustment for the student who was assessedReport assessment findings in a written format which includes the reason for referral, background information, instruments used, interpretation of results, summary and recommendationsWhen appropriate, recommend the referral of students to other agenciesLiaise with other agencies to promote comprehensive service delivery to students, parents and teachers Demonstrate knowledge and ability to provide interventions and strategies based on the Response to Intervention and a needs-based modelProvide workshops and in-service areas of expertise to teachers, educational assistants and others when requestedProvide information related to current research on interventions in the area of children’s mental health, assessment, and various exceptionalities Submit reports to Student Services Coordinator and provide documentation or reports as requiredApply ethical standards of professional practice in the delivery of school psychology services, observing relevant laws and policies that govern practiceMaintain professional competency through on-going professional development practices.Be knowledgeable and supportive of applicable Division Administrative proceduresConduct oneself in a manner appropriate to a professional learning environment Deal tactfully with staff, students, parents and the publicPerforms additional duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Student Services or the Deputy Director of Education and School OperationsSalary and Benefits: Salary is dependent upon experience. We offer a full benefit package and an employer defined pension plan.For Further Information Contact: Cheryl Anderson, Coordinator of Student ServicesPhone: (306) 848-4798Email: cheryl.anderson@secpsd.caThe successful candidate will be subject to a clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector check as outlined in Administrative Procedure 400 Appendix: Criminal Record Checks.Application Procedure: Accepting online applications only. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.We thank all applicants however only those interviewed will be contacted.