School Psychologist (School Services)
Alexandria, VA
AMN Healthcare Allied
5x8 hrs

Job Description & Requirements
School Psychologist (PSY) - School - (PSY - School)
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $1970.00 - $2030.00

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a top school district in Alexandria, 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 9 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. · Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.

Required Qualifications
Psychologist, School
Licenses: PSY-VA

· Master’s or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology

· State Certification and / or Licensure as a School Psychologist

· Experience working in a School Setting is Preferred

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

· 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

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
Steeped in history and cultural heritage, Alexandria is a charming town with a Colonial atmosphere and rich European flair. Just a few miles from Washington, D.C., this historic community boasts tree-lined, brick-paved streets with elegant homes, buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries and a stately Old Town reminiscent of yesteryear.

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

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

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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