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Job Description & Requirements

School Psychologist (PSY) - School - (PSY - School)

StartDate : ASAP

Available Shifts : 7.5 D

Pay Rate : $2522.00 - $2623.00

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a top school district in Portsmouth, VA to hire a School Psychologist to work in the area, providing services to children of all ages.

This School Psychologist will provide counseling services to students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and to the regular student population (treating mood disorders, autism, anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skill deficits, conduct disorders) to foster positive coping strategies, motivation, and skill development. Responsibilities will include conducting psychological assessments and evaluations to identify students’ needs and strengths, developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans, provide individual and group counseling to students to address emotional and behavioral issue.

They will collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to create supportive learning environments, provide crisis intervention and support for students and staff as needed. They will also coordinate outreach activities that support students and families including pediatricians, outside counseling agencies, and agencies such as DCF, DMH, etc.

Benefits Box

School assignments are typically nine months in length but can vary depending on the length of the contract and school calendar. School Psychologist assignments offer a generous benefits package that includes :

• W-2 Employment Status with Professional and General Liability Coverage
• Day 1 Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching
• Accident and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Clinical Support
• License Reimbursement Wherever You Work
• Free Continuing Education
• Housing Assistance and Travel Reimbursement

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping schools provide quality support that continually evolves to make education more personalized, more effective, and more accessible for all students

Required Qualifications

Psychologist, School

References : 1 Reference in entire work history

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology

State Certification and / or Licensure is Required to Start the Assignment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a School Setting is Preferred

Excellent Communication, Interpersonal, and Organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of educators, parents, and community members

Proficiency in assessment tools and techniques used in school and educational settings

Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with federal and state regulations

Strong Knowledge of Child Development, Learning Theories, and Behavioral Interventions

Facility Location

Enjoy this historic shipbuilding town with miles of beautiful waterfront. Soak up the city's quaint, historic charm, dotted with spectacular colonial estates and one-of-a-kind antique shops. Set sail on a riverboat and enjoy the picturesque Hampton Roads Harbor, or walk through three centuries of history in one of America's oldest neighborhoods.

Job Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include :

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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