School Psychologist

Since 1800, when St. Madeleine Sophie Barat founded the Society of the Sacred Heart in France, Religious of the Society of the Sacred Heart and lay Sacred Heart educators have carried out her imperative of educational excellence. Today, the Network of Sacred Heart schools is an association of 25 Catholic schools across the United States and Canada, and nearly 150 schools internationally. Independent yet united in spirit and purpose, the international community of Schools of the Sacred Heart believes in educating the whole child, and preparing her to live fully and wisely. At the core of the Sacred Heart education the Goals and Criteria are the principles that express the intentions and hopes of our 200-year tradition.

Carrollton's culture and identity are bound inextricably to the vision set forth in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools. These values form the moral compass that influence the choices made within our community. Learning to draw upon these values during their school days, Carrollton graduates become women of conviction, courage and confidence.

Carrollton’s inaugural school psychologist is charged with enriching the health and wellness of the students, faculty, and staff. The ideal candidate is a person who excels at creating new programs and implementing strategies that include working with multiple constituencies. She/he is a licensed expert in child psychology who is experienced with managing other health professionals such as counselors, learning specialists, nutritionists, and nurses. The school psychologist will lead a team of professionals who provide forward-thinking support to students and adults that will assist them in becoming the best version of themselves for the world.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• A commitment to the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart network schools as articulated in the school mission
• Provide services to students and staff including:
  • Onsite mental health first aid that funnels to ongoing outside services when necessary
  • Support groups and debriefs
  • High-risk/high-level interventions to support the counseling department
  • Liaison between Carrollton and outside providers and resources
• Provide ongoing mental health education programming, with the primary goal of prevention, to students, faculty, and parents.
• Work closely with school leaders, administration, counselors, nurses, and teachers in order to support the needs of students and staff.
• Review and develop policies and procedures for the school’s health and wellness program.
• Monitor compliance of the school’s program with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and policies.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of health reports and records for the Head of School, board of education, and health department.
• Collaborate with other professionals and agencies in designing and providing a school health program.
• Oversee professional and medical services essential to the school health and wellness program.
• Maintain the currency and security of school health records
• Serve as the point person for health and wellness issues.
• Provide staff development on health-related topics for school staff and volunteers.
• Review psychoeducational evaluations and make recommendations on how the school can best support students
• Provide follow-up evaluations on students as required.
• Recommend corrective action where problems are identified.
• Correspond with parents on the health needs of children.
• Utilize research to inform best practices
• Participate in reflective, self-directed, ongoing professional development
• Participate in staff meetings, liturgies, retreats, school assemblies, and special events such as, but not limited to, back to school night, admissions showcases, and graduation as needed
• Manage a team of counselors, nurses, and health professionals during the regular academic year and summer programming. Some responsibilities will require working outside of regular school hours. This is a 12-month exempt position.
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• D. or Psy.D. in clinical psychology
• Experience managing a team
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated success with effective use of technology
• Licensed as a clinical psychologist in the state of Florida
• Deep understanding of and ability to support girls and young women

Interested candidates should complete an employment application, and submit a cover letter, writing sample, and resume through Carrollton's Employment Opportunities website.

https://www.carrollton.org/about/employment-opportunities

About Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart

Since 1800, when St. Madeleine Sophie Barat founded the Society of the Sacred Heart in France, Religious of the Society of the Sacred Heart and lay Sacred Heart educators have carried out her imperative of educational excellence. Today, the Network of Sacred Heart schools is an association of 25 Catholic schools across the United States and Canada, and nearly 150 schools internationally. Independent yet united in spirit and purpose, the international community of Schools of the Sacred Heart believes in educating the whole child, and preparing her to live fully and wisely. At the core of the Sacred Heart education the Goals and Criteria are the principles that express the intentions and hopes of our 200-year tradition. Carrollton's culture and identity are bound inextricably to the vision set forth in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools. These values form the moral compass that influence the choices made within our community. Learning to draw upon these values during their school days, Carrollton graduates become women of conviction, courage and confidence. Click the link below to learn more about the Goals and Criteria for Sacred Heart Schools. https://www.sacredheartusc.education/mission/goals-and-criteria/goals-and-criteria

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