SOESD - School Psychologist Job Hillsboro area,Oregon USA,Social Work

School Psychologist (Grades K
-12)

The Southern Oregon Education Service District’s psychological services department seeks to expand its team of school psychologists. Positions include full‑time and part‑time contracts (0.5–1.0 FTE / 190 days per academic year) and internship options. The district is a government agency that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, making it an attractive place for recent graduates and experienced professionals aiming to repay student loans.

POSITION

GOAL

Provide assistance to assigned schools with psychological evaluations, instructional and behavioral consultation, crisis intervention, and staff development activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide psychological assessments and written reports.

Provide consultation to teachers regarding instructional, behavioral, and social interventions.

Provide crisis intervention and short‑term counseling.

Provide staff development in‑services concerning assessment, instruction, and intervention strategies.

Assist schools in multidisciplinary, IEP, placement, intervention, and other educational decisions.

Communicate clearly and appropriately and make independent decisions within established policies and procedures.

Establish and maintain positive, flexible, and cooperative relationships with ESD and local district staff.

Prepare accountability records regarding services provided.

Participate in professional growth activities.

Comply with local district and ESD rules and policies.

Perform physical requirements unaided or with reasonable accommodation.

Perform job‑related tasks as designated by the supervisor.

MINIMUM PREREQUISITES

Oregon Personnel Services license with School Psychologist endorsement.
Master’s degree in school/educational psychology from an accredited college or university.

LOCATION

In person, at assigned school(s).

ORGANIZATION & BENEFITS (For 0.5 FTE and above)

Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2,182.00 per month for qualified employees.
Employer‑paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including an additional 6% individual investment account.
9 paid holidays, plus additional paid days off.
Generous sick, vacation, and discretionary (personal) leave packet.
Health insurance through OEBB MODA with monthly premium deducted pre‑tax.
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and day‑care expenses.
Optional coverage for Additional Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity.
403(b) retirement plan and Mercy Flights membership.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand/Walk: 1‑4 hours per day.
Sit/Sit on the floor: 1‑4 hours per day.
Drive: 1‑4 hours per day.
Bending:
Frequently.
Squat:
Limited.
Climb stairs:
Occasionally.
Single grasping:
Frequently.
Pushing:
Occasionally.
Pulling:
Occasionally.
Fine manipulation:
Frequently.
Repetitive foot controls:
Limited.
Lifting < 25 lbs.:
Frequently.
Lifting 25‑50 lbs.:
Frequently.
Lifting 50‑75 lbs.:
Not at all.
Lifting 75‑100 lbs.:
Not at all.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not exhaustive or all‑inclusive. It is not a contract or guarantee of any employment terms. The school district may modify or delete any aspect of this job at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

SOESD is an equal‑opportunity employer complying with applicable employment discrimination laws, including ORS Ch. 659, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.