Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Devereux
Job overview
The School Psychologist at Devereux provides psychological services to children with behavioral and emotional needs in a school setting, supporting individualized education programs and contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves assessing cognitive and emotional functioning, completing psychological reports, coordinating clinical programs, collaborating with educational teams on placement and interventions, maintaining student records, and attending professional meetings.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a consistent Monday to Friday schedule, evidence-based treatment models, CEU credits, a supportive national non-profit environment, and annual compensation ranging from $54,000 to $70,680 depending on degree level.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a M.A./M.Ed. in Clinical Counseling, School Psychology or related field, state license for clinical practice, school psychology certification, and one year internship experience in a related psychological specialty.
Career development
Opportunities include CEU and continued education credits through professional activities and Devereux’s National Institute for Clinical Training and Research Center, as well as the ASCEND Career Accelerator Program.
Work environment and culture
Devereux emphasizes a strengths-based, collaborative, and forward-thinking clinical environment with a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and a culture of reporting and safety.
Company information
Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services serves children and young adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral challenges through various clinical and educational programs in Pennsylvania.
Team overview
The candidate will join a multidisciplinary team focused on applied behavior analysis and positive behavior supports in a clinically based school environment.
Job location and travel
The position is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania, with a stable work schedule from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday.
Unique job features
The job features evidence-based treatment models, a multi-sensory educational strategy, and a focus on transition from school to career, supported by a national non-profit organization.
Company overview
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is a nonprofit organization specializing in providing behavioral health, developmental disability, and child welfare services. Founded in 1912 by Helena Devereux, it is one of the oldest and largest nonprofit providers of its kind in the United States. The organization operates across multiple states, offering services such as residential treatment, special education, foster care, and outpatient programs to children, adolescents, and adults. Devereux generates revenue through government funding, private donations, and service fees. Its long-standing history and commitment to evidence-based practices make it a leader in the behavioral health field.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your experience with psychological assessments, especially related to cognitive abilities, social/emotional functioning, and learning environments, aligning with IDEA and Chapter 14 requirements.
Highlight your skills in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop IEPs, accommodations, and behavior support plans, showcasing your applied behavior analysis knowledge and positive behavior supports.
Apply through multiple platforms including Devereux's corporate careers page and LinkedIn, increasing your chances by leveraging different application portals.
Connect with current School Psychologists or team members at Devereux on LinkedIn; start conversations by mentioning your interest in their strengths-based approach or asking about their experience with Devereux’s ASCEND Career Accelerator Program.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'psychological services,' 'school setting,' 'IEP development,' 'applied behavior analysis,' and 'special education eligibility,' ensuring it passes automated screenings.
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