School Psychologist (Preschool)
il y a 19 jours
Ithaca
Job Description Our School Psychologists do more than administer assessments. They help young children access the support they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Through thoughtful psychological evaluations, meaningful family engagement, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, they help families and educators better understand each child's developmental strengths and needs. If you are passionate about early childhood development and helping children reach their fullest potential, we would love to have you join our team. Position Summary Finger Lakes Therapy Works (FLTW) is a home-based pediatric therapy practice serving the Rochester and Finger Lakes region. For 20 years, we have supported children and families through Early Intervention (birth to age 3) and Preschool Special Education (ages 3 to 5). You will conduct individualized psychological assessments, use standardized testing and other appropriate assessment methods, observe children in familiar environments, and prepare clear, comprehensive evaluation reports. You will collaborate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other evaluators to help build a comprehensive understanding of each child's needs. This is a flexible, evaluation-focused opportunity for a clinician who values professional autonomy, family-centered practice, and meaningful work with young children. Part-time availability is welcome. The School Psychologist Role The School Psychologist conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations for preschool-aged children referred for potential developmental, cognitive, behavioral, social-emotional, or learning-related needs. Using evidence-based assessment practices, clinical judgment, caregiver input, and behavioral observations, the School Psychologist identifies children's strengths and areas of need and communicates findings in clear, accessible reports. Services are delivered in natural environments, including children's homes, preschools, and other familiar community settings. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate assessment, family involvement, culturally responsive practice, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Unlike traditional school-based or clinic-based roles, this position offers the flexibility to provide service in community settings and build a schedule around your availability. Why Join Finger Lakes Therapy Works? We believe exceptional clinicians deserve an exceptional workplace. We offer: • Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance, with part-time opportunities welcome., • Competitive compensation of approximately $83–$90 per hour, based on the evaluation fee and typical assessment time, plus mileage reimbursement., • Clinical autonomy to apply your professional expertise and judgment., • Interdisciplinary collaboration with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Special Educators, and Service Coordinators., • Meaningful, community-based work that helps young children and families access important supports., • Diverse assessment settings, including homes, preschools, and other familiar environments., • Opportunities for professional growth through collaboration and ongoing learning., • A mission-driven culture focused on helping every child reach their fullest potential. What You'll Do Psychological Assessment & Evaluation • Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for preschool-aged children, typically ages 3 to 5, referred for potential developmental or educational disabilities., • Administer, score, and interpret standardized psychological and developmental assessment instruments appropriate to each child's age, presenting concerns, and assessment needs., • Assess relevant areas of functioning, including cognitive abilities, developmental skills, adaptive functioning, social-emotional development, behavior, and learning-related needs, as appropriate to the referral., • Gather information through caregiver interviews, developmental histories, rating scales, record reviews, and clinical observations., • Observe children in familiar environments, such as their homes or preschool settings, to understand their functioning in everyday contexts., • Consider each child's developmental history, cultural and linguistic background, strengths, interests, and family priorities when interpreting assessment findings., • Integrate assessment results and observations to develop a comprehensive understanding of each child's individual needs. Reporting & Recommendations • Prepare accurate, comprehensive, and timely psychological evaluation reports that clearly communicate findings., • Explain assessment results in accessible language for families, educators, and other professionals., • Identify children's strengths, developmental needs, and areas requiring further assessment or support., • Provide evidence-informed recommendations that address the child's individual needs and support participation in everyday learning and developmental activities., • Complete required evaluation documentation in accordance with applicable New York State and program requirements., • Maintain accurate, confidential records and ensure reports are submitted within established timelines. Family Engagement • Establish a respectful, supportive, and professional relationship with parents and caregivers throughout the evaluation process., • Invite caregivers to share observations, concerns, developmental history, and information about their child's strengths and everyday functioning., • Explain the purpose and process of the evaluation and communicate findings in a clear, family-friendly manner., • Consider family priorities and contextual factors when interpreting results and developing recommendations., • Support families in understanding their child's developmental profile and the next steps in the preschool special education process. Interdisciplinary Collaboration • Collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Special Educators, and other professionals involved in the preschool evaluation process., • Integrate relevant information from other disciplines to develop a comprehensive understanding of each child's functioning., • Communicate assessment findings and recommendations to the appropriate team members, consistent with consent and confidentiality requirements., • Participate in coordinated evaluation planning and professional discussions when needed., • Contribute to a collaborative, child-centered approach to assessment and service planning. Documentation & Compliance • Complete psychological evaluation reports and associated documentation accurately and within required timelines., • Maintain compliance with applicable New York State Preschool Special Education requirements, professional standards, and FLTW policies., • Follow ethical guidelines concerning assessment administration, interpretation, confidentiality, informed consent, and professional boundaries., • Use assessment instruments and procedures appropriate to the child's developmental level, language, and cultural context., • Maintain secure records and communicate sensitive information appropriately. Professional Practice • Maintain all required New York State certifications or licenses and any applicable professional registrations., • Practice within your professional scope and areas of competence., • Stay current with evidence-based psychological assessment practices and early childhood development research., • Exercise sound clinical judgment and uphold the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct., • Contribute to a positive, supportive, and interdisciplinary clinical culture. What Success Looks Like Successful School Psychologists at Finger Lakes Therapy Works: • Conduct thorough, developmentally appropriate psychological evaluations., • Build rapport with young children and their caregivers., • Use multiple assessment methods to develop a well-rounded understanding of each child's strengths and needs., • Produce clear, accurate, and timely evaluation reports., • Communicate findings and recommendations in an accessible, family-centered manner., • Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary evaluators., • Demonstrate cultural responsiveness and sensitivity to each family's circumstances., • Maintain professional autonomy while meeting applicable documentation and compliance requirements., • Help families better understand their child's needs and navigate the preschool evaluation process. Required Qualifications • A valid New York State certificate as a School Psychologist or a current New York State psychologist license, as applicable to the services provided., • Experience conducting psychological, developmental, or educational assessments with young children., • Knowledge of early childhood development and the assessment of preschool-aged children., • Familiarity with standardized psychological assessment instruments, scoring, interpretation, and report writing., • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain assessment findings to families and other professionals., • Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills., • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team., • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community-based evaluations., • Ability to successfully complete required background screenings. Preferred Qualifications • Experience conducting Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) psychological evaluations., • Experience with Early Intervention or Preschool Special Education programs in New York State., • Familiarity with New York State preschool evaluation procedures, documentation, and reporting requirements., • Experience assessing children with developmental delays, autism, behavioral concerns, social-emotional needs, or other developmental differences., • Experience working with standardized cognitive, developmental, adaptive, and social-emotional assessment tools., • Experience conducting evaluations in homes, preschools, childcare settings, or other natural environments., • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary pediatric evaluation teams., • Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse children and families., • Bilingual or multilingual skills are an asset. Physical & Work Environment This position is performed primarily in children's homes, preschools, childcare centers, and other community settings. Evaluations take place in familiar environments where children may be more comfortable demonstrating their typical skills and behaviors. The role requires regular travel throughout the assigned service area and interaction with children at different developmental levels. Work may involve sitting on the floor, kneeling, bending, moving around activity spaces, and transporting assessment materials. Reliable transportation is required for community-based visits. This is a flexible, part-time-friendly position with scheduling coordinated around evaluator availability and family needs. \nCompany Description At Finger Lakes Therapy Works, we believe children make the greatest progress when therapy is delivered in the environments where they live, learn, and play. Finger Lakes Therapy Works is a home-based pediatric therapy practice in the Rochester and Finger Lakes region, 20 years in Early Intervention (birth to 3) and preschool special education (ages 3 to 5). At Finger Lakes Therapy Works, we believe children make the greatest progress when therapy is delivered in the environments where they live, learn, and play. Finger Lakes Therapy Works is a home-based pediatric therapy practice in the Rochester and Finger Lakes region, 20 years in Early Intervention (birth to 3) and preschool special education (ages 3 to 5).\n
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