Description
Employment Opportunity
Inclusive Education Services
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Job Ad: 500-24-003
The School Psychologist functions as a member of an interdisciplinary school-based team of professionals and is responsible for providing specialized school psychology services to First Nations schools in Manitoba. This will include assessment, programming, and therapeutic intervention, and consultative services within the three-tiered service delivery model to enhance access to academics and participation in school.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology;
- Full or provisional registrant with the College of Audiologists & Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM);
- Permanent or provisional School Clinical Certificate;
- Familiarity with the Manitoba curriculum frameworks and strategies for implementation, including the four current inclusive special education models;
- Knowledge of Manitoba First Nations education development and reforms and socio-economic conditions of First Nations;
- Appreciation and respect for First Nations’ self-determination and education reform strategies;
- Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills to work in a First Nations environment;
- Fluency in a First Nations language is considered an asset;
- Familiarity with federal and provincial legislation;
- Ability to relate and communicate with children, parents/caregivers, and other professionals;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in technical and plain language writing;
- Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team of professionals
- Computer proficiency;
- Possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License and a reliable vehicle; and -
- Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector check and Child Abuse Registry check
Benefits include:
Retention Incentive Bonus
Paid professional membership dues
Paid leave during Christmas and New Years
Compensatory Time-Off for Travel
Reduced Summer Hours without Reduced Pay
5.5% Employer Matched Pension
Opportunity for Professional Development
Extended Health, Dental, Critical Illness, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Employee
Assistance Program
To apply, send your resume and cover letter or any questions to:
[email protected]