Psychologist Assistant 2027FY

Purpose Statement

The job of Psychologist Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the school psychology program with specific responsibility for implementing test protocols and procedures as directed by the school psychologist; providing accurate translation during the testing and evaluating process; and communicating to student and parents. This job reports to Psychologist.

 Essential Functions

• Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. staff meetings, regulatory updates, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Collects student information (e.g. demographical data, circumstantial information, etc.) for the purpose of preparing reports and/or processing forms.
• Communicates with internal and external personnel (e.g. school psychologists, parents, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information required to perform job functions.
• Establishes positive individual relationships (e.g. students, parents, home visits, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a positive experience for clients.
• Inputs data into student information system (e.g. student record updates, scheduling, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and availability of data.
• Maintains meeting areas (e.g. appropriate lighting, free of clutter, etc.) for the purpose of creating a comfortable, supportive environment.
• Manages assigned projects and activities (e.g. reports, goals, etc.) for the purpose of meeting established timeliness and objectives.
• Monitors behavior plans (e.g. meeting dates, data input, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student compliance with established plans.
• Prepares a variety of written documents and/or materials (e.g. correspondence, program descriptions, parent notices, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Provides ongoing feedback to appropriate parties (e.g. parents, psychologist, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring all parties necessary to a student's are informed.
• Researches a variety of topics (e.g. current practices, data codes, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or recommendations that address a variety of administrative requirements.
• Translates verbal and written communication(s) (e.g. school psychologist during testing, parents, etc.) for the purpose of assisting school psychologist, students, and parents in communicating.

 
Experience: Job related experience is desired.
Education: 60 hours of verifiable college credit hours from an accreditated institution of higher learning.
Clearances: IVP (Identity Verified Print) Fingerprint Clearance Card
Salary: $16.16/Hr                
211 Days Position
** Enrolled in education program preferred.