Psychologist psychology services

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 as well as giving feedback about interpersonal dynamics when appropriate.

Provides psychological services to the classroom including but not limited to consultation, intermittent emotional curriculum, crisis intervention, and behavior management plans.

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, etc.).

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.

Maintains timely clinical documentation following ethical and clinical guidelines (e.g. written reports, therapy notes, etc.).

Provides supervision of student externs as assigned.

Maintains appropriate and effective interpersonal relationships with team members, other staff, department members, supervisors, administrative staff, parents, and outside agencies and demonstrates the following skills:

The ability to utilize supervision

The ability to both offer and accept assistance to/from others

The ability to learn and utilize team building strategies

Demonstrates respect for families and children we serve and promotes a positive school community and culture.

Complies with all school policies and procedures and understands regulatory requirements.

Serves as a liaison between the school and community agencies.

NYS School Psychology certification.

NYS Psychology License

2-5 years working with pre-school aged students

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.

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