POST Hudson Valley School Psychologist

Liberty POST is currently seeking a motivated and energetic School Psychologist for per diem employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Immediate positions are available throughout Hudson Valley.  

Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994.  Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY, and has grown to provide a range of services throughout all of New York State and New Jersey. We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Test and evaluate child’s abilities to determine realistic goals.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports.
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentially of child’s records and other documentations.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Master's degree in School Psychology required; along with minimum of two years working with children in special education. Certification in NYS as a School Psychologist required.
• Knowledge and experience administering standardized testing in the following areas: cognitive, achievement, behavioral/social-emotional and adaptive skills.
• Experience using Frontline (formerly IEP Direct) to assist in developing IEPs.

Benefits for this position:

·         Health Benefits and Retirement packages available for FT positions

·         Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws

·         Mentoring is offered to all providers

·         Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited  through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE

·         Flexible scheduling

·         Work with a Team of professionals that care about making a difference

·         Payment is biweekly with direct deposit

Pay Rate:

• Evaluations - Psychological - $180
• Social History $125
• Observation $40
• Lead Evaluator $25/evaluation
• CPSE meetings $25

Liberty POST cares about your safety.  We are following all CDC guidelines to ensure safety for clients, families and employees.

Liberty POST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.