Description
Are you a School Psychologist in a public school with too high of a case load and too many evaluations to complete to provide a high level of counseling services? Are you looking for a work setting where you can make a difference and collaborate with other psychologists?
At Solterra Academy, you will have the opportunity to join our clinical team made up of Psychologists and social workers. Our multidisciplinary approach means you will work closely with occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, physical therapists, our BCBA, and psychiatrist, as well as teachers, classroom support staff, nurses, and others. Our small case load will allow you to provide in-depth counseling and crisis support services to your students while handling a manageable number of triennial evaluations.
We are committed to creating a supportive, developmentally appropriate environment that is individualized to meet each student's unique strengths and needs. Through a collaborative, student-centered approach, we strive to help every child build resilience, develop healthy relationships, achieve emotional well-being, and reach their academic potential.
As a School Psychologist in our setting, you will provide a comprehensive range of clinical and consultative services to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success. Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, providing individual therapy and crisis intervention, consulting with classroom teams, developing individualized behavior intervention plans, coordinating care with families and community providers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary team members to ensure students receive comprehensive, individualized support.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (In Office)
Starting Salary: $80,000+ plus $3,000 Sign On Bonus Available
Responsibilities
- Provide a wide range of clinical services to students and their families, including individual therapy, family counseling, and parent education and support.
- Engage in crisis intervention, classroom consultation, and the creation of individualized behavior plans.
- Administer, score, interpret, and write formal integrated psychological evaluations for students aged 5-22.
- Determine student eligibility or continued eligibility for special education services based on assessment results.
- Present assessment outcomes in Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings to the student's treatment team, parents/guardians, and the local educational agency.
- Participate in feedback meetings with?school?staff, as well as meetings with parents and guardians to address questions or concerns.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with annual reviews and potential bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
- Generous PTO based on service length for personal, medical, and vacation needs.
- Student Loan Assistance Available
Requirements
- 6th Year Degree in School Psychology
- School Psychology Certification through the CT SDE (070)
- Minimum of one year of experience working with children with challenging behaviors
- Demonstrated proficiency in various assessment instruments, including cognitive assessments, behavior rating scales, and adaptive rating scales required
- Training in administering and scoring of projective measures preferred
Skills Required
- 6th Year Degree in School Psychology
- School Psychology Certification through the Connecticut State Department of Education (070)
- At least one year of experience working with children with challenging behaviors
- Proficiency administering and scoring cognitive assessments, behavior rating scales, and adaptive rating scales
- Training in administering and scoring projective measures
What We Do
Solterra Academy is a therapeutic day school located in New Britain, CT, providing comprehensive special education and integrated services for students aged 5 to 21. The academy specializes in supporting students with various disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders and emotional disturbances, through a structured learning environment featuring individualized programs in applied academics, vocational education, and mental health services.
