School Psychologist - Oakland, CA at Point Quest Group
About the Employer
Who We Are: Point Quest Education is a community of life-long learners who respect the individual needs of our students. Point Quest believes that everyone deserves to learn in a safe, caring and supportive environment fostered by integrity and positive relationships with students and staff. High expectations for success are sought through appropriate instruction and intervention, which allows for individual differences and learning styles.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Point Quest Group is Hiring a School Psychologist | Starting Pay $50–$80/Hourly | Oakland, CA About the Role As a School Psychologist, you’ll play a vital role in supporting students’ academic, emotional, and behavioral success. From providing counseling services to leading assessments and collaborating on IEPs, you’ll serve as a key partner to students, families, and school teams. This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, detail-oriented, and committed to making a meaningful impact in a school community. What You’ll Do • Provide Psychological DIS counseling services in alignment with students’ IEPs; maintain and manage an assigned counseling caseload • Develop and consult on IEPs and 504 plans using assessment data; design and implement evidence-based interventions and strategies • Deliver crisis support during school emergencies and provide training to staff on mental health, behavior management, and instructional practices • Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of assessments, services, and student progress; prepare comprehensive reports for IEP meetings and evaluations • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to review student progress and develop effective intervention plans What We’re Looking For Must Have • Department of Education School Psychologist Certification in the state where services are delivered • Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent fingerprint clearance) • TB Clearance • Eligibility to work in the United States Preferred • Certification from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) • Prior experience working as a school psychologist • Bilingual in Spanish and English Physical Demands • Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes • Activity: Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and handling; ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation • Sensory: Ability to perform essential job functions in moderate to high noise
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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School Psychologist Key Responsibilities:
- Psychological DIS Counseling: Maintains counseling student caseload and provides DIS counseling based on students' IEP.
- IEP & 504 Plan Support: Develop and consult on individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 plans based on assessment data. Create evidence-based interventions and strategies.
- Crisis Support & Training: Provide crisis support during emergencies and offer training to school staff on mental health, behavior management, and instructional strategies.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate, confidential records of assessments, interventions, and progress. Prepare detailed reports for IEP meetings, evaluations, and other necessary documentation.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Actively participate in team meetings to review and plan student interventions.
School Psychologist Qualifications:
- Certification: Department of Education School Psychologist Certification in the state where services are delivered
- Background Check: Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent state or national fingerprint clearance).
- TB Clearance
- Eligibility to Work: Eligibility to work in the US
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
- Prior experience working as a school psychologist
- Bilingual in Spanish/English
School Psychologist Physical Demands:
- Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
- Activity: Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Sensory: Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.
This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.
PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.
Requirements / Qualifications
Must Have • Department of Education School Psychologist Certification in the state where services are delivered • Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent fingerprint clearance) • TB Clearance • Eligibility to work in the United States Preferred • Certification from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) • Prior experience working as a school psychologist • Bilingual in Spanish and English
Requirements / Qualifications
Must Have • Department of Education School Psychologist Certification in the state where services are delivered • Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent fingerprint clearance) • TB Clearance • Eligibility to work in the United States Preferred • Certification from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) • Prior experience working as a school psychologist • Bilingual in Spanish and English