Shrub Oak International School
Overview
Job Title: School Psychologist. Reports to: Clinical Director. Department: Clinical. Compensation: $90,500 - $117,000, depending on experience and degree level.
Shrub Oak International School (Shrub Oak) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. The curriculum is based on evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Essential Functions The Psychologist works collaboratively with education, clinical, and residential staff, as well as parents and students, to develop plans and strategies to improve students’ academic performance, mental health, and social development in accordance with ITEPs (Individualized Transdisciplinary Education Plan). Having access to confidential information, discretion, and independent judgment is required.
Conducts comprehensive assessments and reassessments of a student's psychological, behavioral, and emotional needs
Designs and develops treatment plans and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students
Provides expertise in behavioral science and mental health-related services through advisement and consultation by making evidence-based recommendations
Supervises (or is eligible to supervise) other mental health professionals and/or interns, develops clinically oriented groups and program supports, and creates, organizes, and leads relevant staff training
Utilizes a variety of treatment approaches that are safe, creative, and individualized to a particular student's needs
Provides therapy/counseling to individuals and groups using various evidence-based modalities, monitoring student progress
Provides supervision of staff and/or interns as needed and required
Proactively maintains open lines of communication with care providers, students, and family members to address student progress, development, and emergencies as needed
Supports the crisis team to minimize episodes of crisis and escalation, and manages crisis situations with integrity and safety for all involved
Identifies appropriate training for staff and programming for students, designs and coordinates training to enable growth and scale
Maintains appropriate records and reports as required
Participates in clinical activities to advance field knowledge and remains current with professional development
Participates, as needed, in community and professional education regarding clinical matters, life skills independence, and related areas
Note: This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change or be added at any time with or without notice.
Requirements Experience & Education:
Master’s in clinical psychology, school psychology, or related field required; PhD or PsyD preferred
An active New York State License is preferred in good standing. License-eligible applicants may be considered
At least 2 years’ experience in conducting psychological assessments, evaluations, and interventions required; 3 or more years preferred
Experience working with students on the autism spectrum or with developmental disabilities is required
Experience supervising/training staff and designing training programs is preferred
Experience proactively identifying developmental or training programs for students, designing content, and delivering or coordinating implementation preferred
Special Education boarding school experience preferred
Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional written communication skills, including documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and related administrative tasks
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and de-escalation techniques
Ability and willingness to learn new skills
Grit, resilience, and ability to maintain composure
Strong ability to build relationships with students and peers
Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crisis
Multitasking and ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including aggressively acting ones
Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings
Benefits Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:
Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO)
401k with company match
Tution/Professional development assistance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee discounts
Physical Requirements/Demands A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; sustained concentration is required. Standing for sustained periods, bending, stretching, walking between floors or buildings, and occasional lifting/moving of boxes up to 25 pounds may be required.
Work Environment We are a boarding school on a 127-acre campus with both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside classrooms or educational spaces. Work may occur in the residential setting. The building has six floors accessible by stairs and elevators.
EEO Statement Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform essential functions. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
Please Note Shrub Oak maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping is prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures including detectors. Non-compliance may result in disciplinary action up to termination.
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Shrub Oak International School (Shrub Oak) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. The curriculum is based on evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Essential Functions The Psychologist works collaboratively with education, clinical, and residential staff, as well as parents and students, to develop plans and strategies to improve students’ academic performance, mental health, and social development in accordance with ITEPs (Individualized Transdisciplinary Education Plan). Having access to confidential information, discretion, and independent judgment is required.
Conducts comprehensive assessments and reassessments of a student's psychological, behavioral, and emotional needs
Designs and develops treatment plans and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students
Provides expertise in behavioral science and mental health-related services through advisement and consultation by making evidence-based recommendations
Supervises (or is eligible to supervise) other mental health professionals and/or interns, develops clinically oriented groups and program supports, and creates, organizes, and leads relevant staff training
Utilizes a variety of treatment approaches that are safe, creative, and individualized to a particular student's needs
Provides therapy/counseling to individuals and groups using various evidence-based modalities, monitoring student progress
Provides supervision of staff and/or interns as needed and required
Proactively maintains open lines of communication with care providers, students, and family members to address student progress, development, and emergencies as needed
Supports the crisis team to minimize episodes of crisis and escalation, and manages crisis situations with integrity and safety for all involved
Identifies appropriate training for staff and programming for students, designs and coordinates training to enable growth and scale
Maintains appropriate records and reports as required
Participates in clinical activities to advance field knowledge and remains current with professional development
Participates, as needed, in community and professional education regarding clinical matters, life skills independence, and related areas
Note: This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change or be added at any time with or without notice.
Requirements Experience & Education:
Master’s in clinical psychology, school psychology, or related field required; PhD or PsyD preferred
An active New York State License is preferred in good standing. License-eligible applicants may be considered
At least 2 years’ experience in conducting psychological assessments, evaluations, and interventions required; 3 or more years preferred
Experience working with students on the autism spectrum or with developmental disabilities is required
Experience supervising/training staff and designing training programs is preferred
Experience proactively identifying developmental or training programs for students, designing content, and delivering or coordinating implementation preferred
Special Education boarding school experience preferred
Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional written communication skills, including documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and related administrative tasks
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and de-escalation techniques
Ability and willingness to learn new skills
Grit, resilience, and ability to maintain composure
Strong ability to build relationships with students and peers
Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crisis
Multitasking and ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including aggressively acting ones
Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings
Benefits Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:
Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO)
401k with company match
Tution/Professional development assistance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee discounts
Physical Requirements/Demands A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; sustained concentration is required. Standing for sustained periods, bending, stretching, walking between floors or buildings, and occasional lifting/moving of boxes up to 25 pounds may be required.
Work Environment We are a boarding school on a 127-acre campus with both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside classrooms or educational spaces. Work may occur in the residential setting. The building has six floors accessible by stairs and elevators.
EEO Statement Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform essential functions. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
Please Note Shrub Oak maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping is prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures including detectors. Non-compliance may result in disciplinary action up to termination.
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