School Psychologist in Yelm, WA

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Job Description

A full-time school psychologist position is available at a K-12 school located in Yelm, WA. This role involves providing essential psychological support to students in a local correctional facility, working directly with incarcerated youth. The position requires onsite presence and offers a comprehensive caseload, including conducting assessments, evaluations, and re-evaluations, as well as collaboration with the IEP support team to ensure the best outcomes for each student.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological assessments, evaluations, and re-evaluations for students in a correctional setting
• Provide direct support and intervention to incarcerated youth
• Collaborate with the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team to develop and implement tailored educational plans
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all legal and ethical guidelines
• Participate in meetings and provide professional recommendations to support student success

Qualifications:

• Valid School Psychologist License in Washington State
• Ability to successfully pass a stringent background check
• Experience working with adolescent populations, preferably within correctional or residential settings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to supporting diverse student needs in a challenging environment

Schedule and Location:

• Full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
• Onsite work required at the correctional facility located in Yelm, WA

Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

This opportunity provides a meaningful chance to make a direct impact on the lives of youth in a correctional education setting. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to contribute their expertise in school psychology to support student growth and rehabilitation.

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.