Psychological Assessment Professional

Company: Milton Hershey School
Location: Reading
Posted on: October 18, 2020

Job Description:

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is increasing its' enrollment to serve even more Pre-K through 12 th grade lower-income students. We are seeking a highly motivated full-time Psychological Assessment Professional to pro-actively contribute to the completion of and review of a high volume of student applications for admission in MHS's Enrollment Management Department.

Responsibilities include:

Conduct a large quantity of interviews and assessments of students and families.

Under supervision, administer & interpret cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and achievement assessments.

Review student application files including financial, medical, psychological, and scholastic records.

Coordinate interview coverage and make referrals for services.

Gather additional relevant information, as needed.

Prepare reports for Admissions Committee review.

Provide information to applicants and families.

Collaborate extensively within the Admission and Enrollment teams to ensure applications are processed accurately and expediently.

Serve as a mandated reporter.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Psychology, preferably Clinical or School.

At least 2 years' experience in a similar capacity including the administration of and interpretation of cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and achievement assessments.

Experience with lower income students and families a plus.

Proficient with Microsoft applications and assessment scoring software. Database administration experience a plus.

Exceptional interpersonal skills essential, including the ability to collaborate.

Demonstrated skills in multi-tasking a high volume of complex work in an accurate and time effective manner.

Demonstrated sound judgment in interpreting and evaluating complex information.

Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are considered to be role models for MHS students.

Must be willing to actively engage with students and their families & sponsors during Enrollment Days and other MHS activities.

Bilingual/Spanish fluency a plus.

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