School Psychologist Intern at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
OCDE's Alternative Education Division is currently looking for a caring professional to serve as a School Psychologist Intern. This professional will work under the direction of a licensed School Psychologist and within a multidisciplinary team. The Intern will assess students in the areas of cognitive, social emotional, and adaptive behaviors; analyze data and write reports; and present assessment results. The Intern will also be responsible for supporting staff and participating in IEP (Individualized Education Plan) and SIT (School Improvement Team) meetings. The School Psychologist Intern is expected to travel to various ACCESS sites across Orange County and will work up to 8 hours per day, 2 days per week (not to exceed 16 hours weekly). Hours will serve as credit towards college field experience. This internship is paid at a rate of $37 per hour.
Requirements / Qualifications
Internship Qualifications: • BA degree or higher in psychology or a related field • Current enrollment in a California Pupil Personnel Services School Psychology program • Eligibility for admission into the internship PPS school psychology program preferred
Please submit a resume with your completed application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Requirements / Qualifications
Internship Qualifications: • BA degree or higher in psychology or a related field • Current enrollment in a California Pupil Personnel Services School Psychology program • Eligibility for admission into the internship PPS school psychology program preferred
Please submit a resume with your completed application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Comments and Other Information
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
7/7/2020 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/23/2020
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Internship: $37 per hour (not to exceed 16 hours per week)
Length of Work Year
Through June 2021
Employment Type
Part Time