School psychology specialist job description

Looking to feed your desire to give to your community and support those who need a helping hand? Look no further! Not only is Burrell growing the amount of its resources, services, and facilities to assist as many communities as possible, it also provides plenty of opportunity for growth in your current field and the freedom to explore others. Our culture and our environment are unlike any other. We offer highly-competitive pay and a full range of top-notch full-time employee benefits such as:

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Job Description:
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SCHOOL BASED SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Columbia / Boone County, Missouri

What you'll get to do:
As a School Based Support Specialist you will:
Provide on-site intervention in area schools for clients enrolled in the program Collaborate closely with school staff to ensure appropriate client care.Participate in the process of monitoring client progress in treatment programs & development of specific individual treatment/rehabilitation plans Provide individual assistance to clients as a resource in accessing needed mental health services and completing activities of daily living skills Assist the client to access and utilize a variety of community agencies and resources to provide ongoing social, vocational, educational, and recreational support and activities.
What you'll bring:
A proactive, and client-focused approach to breaking the stigma of mental health.A passion to make a positive difference in the lives of others every day.A reliable vehicle and favorable driving record

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or other related human service specialized fields of study. OR....Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field and two years of related work experience. OR....Combination of four years or more of advance education and two years of related work experience. OR....Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support from an approved institution will also fulfill the educational requirements.

Where you'll be working:
You will be working in area public schools.

SCHOOL BASED SUPPORT SPECIALIST

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We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

This posting will be used to fill multiple School Effectiveness Specialist in Georgia. (Macon, Augusta and Atlanta)

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the School Effectiveness Specialist provides specific coaching support for principals, assistant principals, leadership teams, instructional coaches, department chairs, and teachers to develop capacity in improving leadership and instruction. This position will be responsible for assisting a portfolio of schools in developing, implementing, and monitoring a comprehensive plan to improve instruction for all students.

Additionally, this position will monitor progress of each school through on-site school visits and online through platform. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Assisting schools and systems in the implementation of the Georgia Standards of Excellence and the adopted state content standards;

* Assisting in planning school/system improvement based on the use of qualitative and quantitative data;
* Planning and providing professional learning based on school and system needs and priorities;
* Building the capacity of school personnel to develop professional learning communities focused on school improvement;
* Conducting coaching sessions with each school in person and online through an electronic platform; and
* Monitoring the progress of each assigned school through an electronic platform

Regional travel and some statewide travel are required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university AND five years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university AND seven years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

* Experience working as a Principal or District Office Leader;
* Masters degree in education, education administration, or a related field; and evidence of at least five (5) years of increasing leadership roles in a K-12 setting; experience as a successful classroom teacher;
* Located within 50 miles of one of the locations; ( Metro Atlanta, Macon, and Augusta.)
* GaPSC professional educator certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, L-6, or L-7;
* Education Specialist degree or higher;
* Experience successfully coaching both new and experienced teachers;
* Experience at the district or state or RESA level in school improvement;
* Experience working with district and/or school level professional staff with a focus on instruction (Math and/or Literacy/ ELA) and/or leadership;
* Strong knowledge base of best practices in leadership and standards-based instruction;
* Demonstrated success in team building;
* Experience in data analysis and the organization and implementation of major school initiatives;
* Experience working with adult learners;
* Strong work ethic, self-directed, and self-motivated; and
* Knowledge of state and federal guidelines, including Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Submit a copy of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) professional educator certification. Applicants who fail to submit the required documentation will not be considered.

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews. Due to the large volume of applications received, we cannot provide application status information.

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.

Master's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university AND Seven years of related experience.

Additional Information

* Number of Openings: 5
* Advertised Salary: 80,000.00
* Shift: Day Job
* Posting End Date: Oct 2, 2022