School Psychologist

Purpose Statement

The job of School Psychologist is done for the purpose of providing school psychological services to children, providing screening, assessment, and individual or group counseling, collaborating with staff, parents, and outside agencies as appropriate, and ensuring compliance with the program's financial, legal, and administrative requirements.

This position will be 184 days (1.0 FTE) starting with the 2025/2026 school year.

This position can be a combination of on-site and teletherapy from home. The staff member will be on-site three days per week and provide teletherapy two days per week.

Additional Compensation Beyond The Base Salary Includes:

• $5,000 signing stipend
• 3% of the base contract for serving multiple sites
• Mileage to assigned school districts reimbursed
• Additional travel stipends available dependent on number of miles traveled
• $40 monthly cell phone stipend

• Administers standardized and supplemental assessments for the purpose of measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development of children and determining eligibility for services in conformance with state and federal regulations.
• Assesses students' intellect, adaptive, academic, social, and emotional development for the purpose of determining student eligibility for services, developing behavior plans, and/or making recommendations.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in conformance with established guidelines.
• Compiles information from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, nurse, probation officer, mental health agencies, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of producing a comprehensive evaluation report in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel, and outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, making recommendations, and coordinating services with those of other disciplines.
• Coordinates meetings and processes for eligible students (e.g. evaluation/screening, IEPs, parent conferences, manifestation meetings, disciplinary proceedings, services with outside agencies, etc.) for the purpose of presenting evaluation results, developing behavior plans, and providing information in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Establishes necessary caseloads, procedures, and resources for the purpose of delivering services to students and staff and achieving the goals of IEPs.
• Maintains files and records (e.g. evaluation reports, student files, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports, screening results, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and compliance.
• Oversees assigned paraprofessionals for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring compliance with program, agency, state, and federal requirements.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEPs, team meetings, parent conferences, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. summary reports, recommendations, Medicaid billing, behavioral plans, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and conveying information.
• Provides individual and group services to eligible students for the purpose of improving educational performance and conduct.
• Researches resource and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' needs.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. parents, teachers, staff, students, outside agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and referral as appropriate.
• Serves as a liaison between local school districts and NEWESD 101 for the purpose of ensuring services are delivered in compliance with established regulations.
• Trains staff on interventions, special education processes, etc. for the purpose of ensuring compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Performs related duties as assigned. Related duties may not specifically be listed but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

• operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications,
• planning and managing projects, and
• preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios, review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and speak persuasively to implement desired actions, and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes:

• health standards and hazards,
• pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and laws, and
• serving students in rural or remote areas.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and events, gather, collate, and classify data, and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances, work with data utilizing defined but different processes, and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and groups, work with data of varied types and purposes, and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives, and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

• adhering to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations, and laws governing the special education program,
• adapting to changing work priorities,
• communicating with diverse groups,
• maintaining confidentiality,
• meeting deadlines and schedules,
• setting priorities,
• working as part of a team,
• working with constant and sustained interruptions,
• multi-tasking working with detailed information/data,
• adapting to changing work priorities,
• the ability to plan, develop, and oversee projects, and
• willingness to travel to remote work locations.

Responsibility: Responsibilities include working under limited supervision using standardized practices and methods, leading, guiding, and coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the agency's services.

Working Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.

Experience: Job related experience within specialized field is required.

Education: Master's degree in job related area.

Continuing Education/Training: Maintain certificate and/or licenses.

Certificates & Licenses: Valid Washington State educational staff associate certificate with appropriate endorsement; Valid driver's license, required auto insurance, and reliable personal transportation.

Clearances: WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance/fingerprinting (at employee's expense).

To be considered for this position, the following documents must be submitted. Incomplete applications will not be screened:

• Online application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three professional letters of recommendation
• Transcripts
• Certification

NEWESD 101 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. NEWESD 101 complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the human services office. *ADA, Affirmative Action, Title VII, Title IX Officer – Michelle Powers, 509.789.3504* *504 Officer – Darren Nelson, 509.789.3539*

Benefits: You are eligible for SEBB health benefits if NEWESD 101 anticipates you will work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). Your SEBB benefits include:

• Medical insurance - Medical insurance is optional. Employees who carry medical insurance will have a monthly out-of-pocket cost. Employees have the option to cover their family/dependents on medical insurance.
• Dental insurance - Dental insurance is mandatory and free to the employee and their family/dependents.
• Vision insurance - Vision insurance is mandatory and free to the employee and their family/dependents.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance - Basic life insurance is mandatory, and a $35,000 policy is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance - Basic long-term disability insurance is mandatory and is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional long-term disability insurance.

For more information, please visit https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees.

Participation in Teachers Retirement System is mandatory if your position is eligible. Your position is eligible if:

• the position ever requires at least 70 hours of compensated employment in a month, and
• the position requires at least five months of 70 or more hours of compensated employment per month during a 12-month period, and
• the position is expected to require at least five months of at least 70 hours for two consecutive years.

For more information, please visit https://www.drs.wa.gov/.

Employees may also contribute to a deferred compensation account (457 plan) or a tax-sheltered annuity (403(b) plan).

NEWESD 101 offers additional benefits via the collective bargaining agreement. To view the CBA, please visit https://www.esd101.net/about/n_e_w_e_s_d_collective_bargaining_agreement.