School Psychologist

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position:
The School Psychologist provides psycho-educational services of a diagnostic-prescriptive and/or consultative nature for referred students from ages 3 through 21 and acts as a resource and consultant to school personnel.

Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

• Supports school personnel with the initial screening process to assist in determining appropriate assessments and methods for evaluations and determining special education eligibility.
• Conducts the initial evaluation of students to determine if there is a psychological and/or psycho-educational basis to suspect exceptionality.
• Re-evaluates exceptional students as needed.
• Acts as chairperson of diagnostic and placement teams unless otherwise determined by special education supervisor.
• Generates reports for all evaluated students.

Qualifications:

• Pennsylvania certificate as required by the Department of Education.

Schedule:
Full-time, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 35 hours/week, 10 months/year

Salary:

• Bachelor = $52,919 to $81,690
• Bach+15 credits = $53,636 to $82,415
• Bach+24 credits = $54,427 to $83,215
• Masters = $64,370 to $93,955
• Mast+15 credits = $65,063 to $94,655
• Mast+30 credits = $65,755 to $95,355
• Mast+45 credits = $67,141 to $96,755
• Mast+60 credits = $68,377 to $98,005

Benefits Included:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Long term disability
Life insurance
Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions