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FACULTY MSD - School Psychologist Intern

Contractual Position

Recruitment #24-009009-0011

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Introduction

Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelong learners.  As such, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at MSD.

LOCATION OF POSITION

This position will be primarily located at the Columbia Campus, but applicants must be willing to work at both the Columbia and Frederick Campuses.  Some travel between our Columbia and Frederick Campus locations is possible.

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

Main Purpose of Job

The employee in this classification receives pre-doctoral internship supervision and training in providing school psychological services to students at Maryland School for the Deaf, from early childhood to high school, so they can succeed academically, socially, emotionally and behaviorally. Employees in this classification will partner with families, teachers, school administrators, and other school professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between the home, school, and community.

Employees in this classification will receive close supervision from the school’s Supervisor of Mental Health Services (Frederick and Columbia Campuses) and Behavioral Support (Columbia Campus). Their work will be performed primarily at the Columbia Campus, with some training opportunities offered at the Frederick Campus.

Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions.

POSITION DUTIES

Examples of Work:
  • Receives training and supervision in selecting, administering, scoring and interpreting psychological tests to assess for intellectual functioning, social-emotional / behavioral functioning, academic achievement, and adaptive functioning;
  • Receives training in report writing and disseminating results to families and members of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team;
  • Receives training and supervision in conducting short-term school-based counseling;
  • Receives training and supervision in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP);
  • Supports the development and implementation of tier I interventions such as Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL); Participates in a variety of school meetings including Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and IEP meetings, as well as department level meetings;
  • Provides consultation and training to school staff and families regarding student psychological needs;
  • Collaborates with members of the administrative team and other school personnel regarding student mental health needs and services;
  • Performs other related duties.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Knowledge of theories, principles, practices, and professional ethics of school psychology;
  • Ability to receive training and supervision in school psychological work, including performing diagnostic evaluations, conducting school counseling, and providing consultation and training to instructional staff and families;
  • Ability to prepare comprehensive, concise and meaningful evaluation reports;
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Enrollment in a NASP-approved/accredited Specialist or Doctoral-level school psychology training program, and eligible for internship as determined by an accredited college, university or professional school.

Knowledge of Deaf community and experience working with students who are D/deaf or hard of hearing.

Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and written English.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

The school psychologist intern should possess or be eligible for licensure through the Maryland State Department of Education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates for this classification are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560 – 5-568).

Candidates for this classification will need to provide three letters of recommendation with their application.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time.  Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional or supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time.  Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:

Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044

E-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu

Phone: 410-696-3031, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Fax: 410-696-3084

Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.  As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.  We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.



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