What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist position at Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (The O-School)?
About Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School
The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (O-School) is a private, non-public school that provides educational and therapeutic services to students, grades K-12. For more than a century, the O-School has provided a culture of support, a safe haven, and a path to hope for children and adolescents with significant emotional and social issues (many of whom are also on the autism spectrum). We provide a supportive, nurturing environment that provides each child with individualized treatment that allows them to reach their full potential.
We are confident that you will find our school to be a child-centered and extensively rewarding place to work. We highly value our talented staff of clinicians and educators who work together to achieve a singular academic and therapeutic experience for the students in our care.
Reports to: Clinical Director
The Diagnostic Evaluation Center (DEC) at the Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School serves children and adolescents, ages 5 to 21, by providing psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and developmental evaluations and diagnosis. This is a rapidly growing center on the south side of Chicago serving families and schools (public and private) from the broad Chicagoland area. The DEC is comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of practitioners who have significant experience evaluating complex clients. The DEC is housed in a beautiful townhouse in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago. The center sees a diverse set of clients from a variety of backgrounds and locations. We pride ourselves on prioritizing follow-up care which includes developing relationships with other providers in the area, including psychiatry, and participating in school meetings in a collaborative role.
Summary And Essential Functions
Seeking a licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in assessment of children and adolescents for our rapidly growing evaluation center. This practitioner must have broad experience conducting comprehensive neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations for ages 5 to 21. Must provide skilled support to families including discussing diagnostic conclusions, intervention recommendations, and resources. Experience attending school meetings and understanding school services is desired. This is a flexible, part-time position with opportunity for growth.
20 hours per week
Qualifications
Benefits-eligible
The Leslie Shankman School Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, maritial or veteran status or disability.
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The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (O-School) is a private, non-public school that provides educational and therapeutic services to students, grades K-12. For more than a century, the O-School has provided a culture of support, a safe haven, and a path to hope for children and adolescents with significant emotional and social issues (many of whom are also on the autism spectrum). We provide a supportive, nurturing environment that provides each child with individualized treatment that allows them to reach their full potential.
We are confident that you will find our school to be a child-centered and extensively rewarding place to work. We highly value our talented staff of clinicians and educators who work together to achieve a singular academic and therapeutic experience for the students in our care.
Reports to: Clinical Director
The Diagnostic Evaluation Center (DEC) at the Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School serves children and adolescents, ages 5 to 21, by providing psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and developmental evaluations and diagnosis. This is a rapidly growing center on the south side of Chicago serving families and schools (public and private) from the broad Chicagoland area. The DEC is comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of practitioners who have significant experience evaluating complex clients. The DEC is housed in a beautiful townhouse in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago. The center sees a diverse set of clients from a variety of backgrounds and locations. We pride ourselves on prioritizing follow-up care which includes developing relationships with other providers in the area, including psychiatry, and participating in school meetings in a collaborative role.
Summary And Essential Functions
Seeking a licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in assessment of children and adolescents for our rapidly growing evaluation center. This practitioner must have broad experience conducting comprehensive neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations for ages 5 to 21. Must provide skilled support to families including discussing diagnostic conclusions, intervention recommendations, and resources. Experience attending school meetings and understanding school services is desired. This is a flexible, part-time position with opportunity for growth.
20 hours per week
Qualifications
Benefits-eligible
- Doctorate in clinical or school psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA-accredited program
- APA-accredited internship is ideal
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Illinois
- Post-graduate assessment experience working with children and adolescents
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong ability to empathize with clients and their families
- Strong writing skills are essential
The Leslie Shankman School Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, maritial or veteran status or disability.
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