Middle School Psychologist

Amergis Careers

2 weeks ago

Local Contract Rate: $65 / hour

Travel Contract Rate: $2,624 / week

Contract Details: Amergis is seeking qualified School Psychologists for the remainder of the school year in the Aurora, CO area. As locals to Colorado, we are excited to hear about your preferences, licensure status, and experience! If you’re interested in learning more about our 25/26 Contract Options, please apply now.

Role Details: The School Psychologist works to support students through a variety of mental health and developmental issues and aid in qualifying students for additional support services. The School Psychologist is responsible for providing on-site psychological services to students under the jurisdiction of the state and district.

Why Choose Amergis? At Amergis, we believe in supporting our team members every step of the way. From licensure assistance to ongoing mentorship, we’re committed to your success. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and more, because your well-being matters to us. We also accommodate for out-of-state candidates looking to enjoy the beauty of Colorado, with a travel package available for said candidates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Complete multi-factored evaluations within state regulations and timelines.
Conduct pre-referral consultations/interventions, including being a pre-referral team member, observing students, and serving as an assessment specialist.
Screen at-risk children, monitor intervention progress, assess instructional strategies, and consult with teachers.
Plan and monitor instructional interventions and individual education plans.
Conduct psycho-educational assessments, including norm-referenced tests, interviews, and observations.
Consult with patients, parents, and personnel on educational and mental health matters.
Maintain monthly psycho-educational evaluation logs.
Review and recommend best practices, including staff training programs.
Participate in ongoing training and consult with team members.
Support RTI implementation in assigned schools.
Conduct evaluations, including pre-diagnostic meetings, interviews, observations, and reviewing academic history.
Administer specialized evaluations and conduct Functional Behavior Analysis if required.
Create Behavior Intervention Plans if needed.
Attend pre-referral and screening team meetings.
Enter evaluation information on CRT before IEP meetings.
Participate in IEP and manifestation determination review meetings.
Determine the nature of a child’s problems through case study evaluations.
Participate in parent conferences, classroom observations, consultations, and follow-ups.
Attend PAEC meetings and complete psychological evaluation reports.
Perform other duties as needed, including teacher in-service, counseling, student screening, parent groups, intern supervision, and program development.
Maintain client information securely and confidentially.
Perform other assigned duties.

Minimum Requirements:

Must maintain current State license and/or certifications in state of assignment
Experience in adolescent population is preferred but not required
Observe all laws, regulations and policies of the State Board and Client in providing psychologist services
Master’s degree in psychology preferred
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
**CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.