School Psychologist

School PsychologistCome work for the Bucks IU! A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative work environment with excellent employee benefit plan options, PSERS pension plan and a flexible, school calendar work schedule. Job Summary: The Bucks IU School Psychologists works within IU programs, school districts and contracted entities to complete comprehensive evaluations and reevaluations, serve on school multidisciplinary teams, promote positive mental health in the form of counseling, crisis management and emotional/behavior interventions and consult with school teams regarding individuals and systems-level needs for special education programming. This position is not eligible for remote work, telecommuting, or off-site work arrangements. Professional Staff Core Essential Functions: Primary duties and responsibilities an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully fulfill the requirements of a position. Regular attendance and reliable on-site presence. Complete comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and reevaluations for students ranging in age from five (5) to 21 years old to determine school-based eligibility and strengths and needs as it relates to educational programming. Serve on a multidisciplinary team to collect and interpret data to provide consultation regarding student programming and classroom/program-wide supports Promote positive mental health within the school community and IU programs including counseling, crisis management and emotional/behavioral interventions. Participate as a member of the Bucks IU PREPaRE Crisis Response Team, providing on-site and consultative crisis response, assessment, and recovery support to students, staff, and school communities throughout Bucks County following critical incidents. Communicate and collaborate with all stakeholders, including parents, students and school districts to advocate for educational programming needs. Participate in professional development opportunities that promote continued learning and better practice Consult, design, and implement academic and behavioral interventions for students. Participate in collaborative team meetings to discuss programming, problem-solving, and transitions. Complete paperwork and manage evaluations within mandated timeline periods. Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance, support, and collaboration with colleagues and team members as needed to support departmental and organizational goals. Physical Demands : This position requires regular onsite presence and includes a combination of sedentary and active physical duties. Employees are regularly required to sit, communicate effectively, use hands for fine motor tasks, and move throughout the work environment. Frequent activities may include walking, standing, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, and positioning at student level for extended periods of time. Depending on assignment and student needs, employees may also be required to assist with transitions, mobility support, and instructional or daily living activities. The employee must be able to life up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Certain assignments may require assisting students with mobility or physical support needs that exceed 25 pounds, with appropriate training and support provided in accordance with program expectations and safety procedures. This position requires active supervision of students across various educational settings and the ability to respond appropriately and efficiently to students, classroom, or safety needs. Responsibilities may include implementing approved crisis intervention techniques, supporting students with diverse educational, behavioral, communication, and personal care needs, and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment. Employees may work in environments with elevated noise levels and varying behavioral or emotional support needs. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must also be able to hear and interpret sounds within the environment, including student communication, alarms, and other potential safety concerns. Regular attendance, dependable onsite presence, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hours are dependent on the needs of the districts. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel: Travel is required for this position and may include travel to Bucks IU locations, client sites, constituent school districts, community agencies, professional conferences, trainings, state and regional meetings, and other program-related activities. Travel requirements vary based on operational and program needs.Education and Experience : Meet the designation of this position by showing evidence of the following: Must have completed an accredited school psychology graduate program. PA state certification in school psychology required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work with diverse learners. Implement Individual Education Plan's (IEPs) with fidelity. Follow classroom schedule. Direct support staff. Ability to communicate effectively across a variety of team members including parents. Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required. EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer: The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.Primary Location: US-PA-DOYLESTOWNWork Locations: Itinerant Countywide 705 N Shady Retreat Road DOYLESTOWN 18901Job: Educational Specialists-OtherOrganization: Bucks IU Business UnitSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: RegularTravel: Yes, 50 % of the Time