Psychologist (38758)

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Location: Mill Basin Early Childhood Center - Brooklyn, NY 11234, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $63,600.00, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Education. Responsibilities Provides individual play therapy to students with behavioral, social and emotional delays, as well as ongoing parent consultation on an as needed basis. Provides consultation with teachers, teaching assistants, parents, related services staff, and administrators regarding social, behavioral, emotional and developmental issues and gives feedback about interpersonal dynamics when appropriate. Provides psychological services to the classroom, including consultation, intermittent emotional curriculum, crisis intervention, and behavior management plans. Behavioral issues Emotional climate in the classroom Group dynamics Programmatic modifications Developmentally appropriate interventions Provides psychological evaluations, screenings, and updates on children referred to Birch, as well as those currently matriculated. Designs and implements group behavior management plans for all classrooms; individual behavior management plans may be developed for severe management problems. Provides in‑service training for staff and parents on relevant topics (e.g., child development, team dynamics, interpersonal problem‑solving). Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings. Functions as a child advocate for children and families during the EI, CPSE, and/or CSE process. Attends and participates in departmental meetings, supervision and school meetings. Attends any additional meetings, activities or functions of the school as designated by supervisory staff. Maintains timely clinical documentation following ethical and clinical guidelines (e.g., written reports, therapy notes). Provides supervision of student externs as assigned. Maintains clean and organized work areas and common areas. Interpersonal Relationship Skills Open communication skills with others The ability to self‑evaluate The ability to utilize supervision Flexibility in all facets of the working relationship The ability to both offer and accept assistance to/from others The ability to learn and utilize team‑building strategies Professional Conduct Seeks to find and offer solutions to problems Demonstrates an understanding of the various aspects and functions of our school Demonstrates a commitment to professional and educational growth Complies with all school policies and procedures and understands regulatory requirements Serves as a liaison between the school and community agencies Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Education: Master’s Degree Certificates & Licenses: NYS School Psychology certification, NYS Psychology License Experience: 2–5 years working with pre‑school aged students EEO Statement Birch Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Birch Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Birch Family Services expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Birch Family Services’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. #J-18808-Ljbffr Birch Family Services