Title - School Psychologist (Probationary)

Location - Rensselaer, NY

Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone. Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations. We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

Job Description:

Questar III BOCES announces a full-time probationary School Psychologist position located in Rensselaer Academy with our Special Education Programs. We are seeking a passionate professional to contribute to a positive and effective learning environment for all students by providing comprehensive psychological services that support their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being.

The School Psychologist will play a crucial role in supporting our students, particularly those in special education, through direct service, consultation, and intervention.

• Counseling: Providing individual and group counseling to address students' social-emotional needs.

• Behavioral Support & Assessment:

  • Facilitating Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) to understand the purpose of challenging behavior.

  • Leading and participating in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) teams to implement school-wide and targeted interventions.

• Crisis Intervention: Responding to and providing necessary assistance and intervention in crisis situations.

• Collaboration:

  • Communicating with community agencies and outside professionals to coordinate comprehensive services for students and families.

  • Consulting with teachers, administrators, and parents on effective instructional and behavior management strategies.

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Certification: Proper NYS School Psychologist certification required.

  • Students who have just completed or are currently enrolled in a School Psychologist certification program are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Candidates with experience working with special education students are preferred.

Interested candidates should submit their materials through one of the following methods:

Online Application: Apply via RecruitFront (click APPLY below).

Email a resume with a cover letter to employment@questar.org. Be sure to include School Psychologist in the subject line of your email.

In addition to your online application, please scan and upload supporting documentation including your certification, resume, and letters of reference.

For more information about Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org.