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Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - $1,860 to $2,143 per week in Alexandria, LA

AMN Healthcare Allied
New Orleans, Louisiana, US
$1.9K-$2.1K a week
Full-time

Job Description & Requirements

School Psychologist (PSY) - School - (PSY - School)

StartDate : 10 / 28 / 2024 Available Shifts : 7.5 D Pay Rate : $1860.00 - $2143.00

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a top school district in Alexandria, Louisiana to hire a School Psychologist to work in the area, providing services to children of all ages.

This School Psychologist will provide counseling services to students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and to the regular student population (treating mood disorders, autism, anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skill deficits, conduct disorders) to foster positive coping strategies, motivation, and skill development.

Responsibilities will include conducting psychological assessments and evaluations to identify students’ needs and strengths, developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans, provide individual and group counseling to students to address emotional and behavioral issue.

They will collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to create supportive learning environments, provide crisis intervention and support for students and staff as needed.

They will also coordinate outreach activities that support students and families including pediatricians, outside counseling agencies, and agencies such as DCF, DMH, etc.

Required Qualifications

Psychologist, School

Experience : New Grad Accepted

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology

State Certification and / or Licensure as a School Psychologist

Experience working in a School Setting

Preferred Qualifications

Strong Knowledge of Child Development, Learning Theories, and Behavioral Interventions

Excellent Communication, Interpersonal, and Organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of educators, parents, and community members

Proficiency in assessment tools and techniques used in school and educational settings

Ability to maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with federal and state regulations

Facility Location

Nestled in the heart of Louisiana, Alexandria is the quintessential Southern city situated on the Red River. Boasting a favorable location with easy access to the state's bigger cities, Alexandria is a melting pot of arts, culture and history.

The city is also a key access point to the state's only national forest, Kisatchie, offering plenty of trails and natural scenery to take-in and explore.

Job Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include :

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Free Continuing Education
  • Competitive Housing Deal
  • Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

psychologist, psychology, psych, allied, allied health

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