$28 - $35 / hr

The job of School Psychometrist is done for the purpose/s ofand under the direction of the school psychologist. The Psychometrist administers and scorespsychological and social/behavioral tests and may assist the psychologist intest interpretation and summaries, and data collection. Collaborates with interventional teams totroubleshoot and answer follow-up questions about recommendations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers standardized and/or supplemental assessments forthe purpose of measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social andemotional development of children and makes recommendations for services incompliance with regulatory requirements

• Assists with the development of behavior plans, curriculummodifications, etc. for the purpose of implementing programs

• Assists in the preparation of a wide variety of writtenmaterials (e.g. extension requests, correspondence, memos, behavior plans,reports, required documentation, summaries of test interpretation, etc.) forthe purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/orconveying information

• Assists in the assessment of students' functionalcapabilities in the classroom for the purpose of determining a student'sfunctional level

• Compiles information from a variety of sources (e.g.teachers, nurse, mental health agencies, other professionals, etc.) for thepurpose of producing a summary for the comprehensive evaluation report incompliance with established guidelines

• Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assignedfor the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to performfunctions

• Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention andtreatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.)for the purpose of determining the approaches for addressing students'functional goals

• Supports school psychologists for the purpose ofimplementing recommended interventions

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, mathematics, statistics orrelated field

• Certification where required by state, contract orfacility

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.