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Permanent Psychologist - Melfort

Applications will be accepted for a Permanent Full-Time Psychologist (7.5 hours/day - 10 months) at our Student Support Services office located in Melfort with duties to commence at the beginning of the 2025 - 2026 school year, August 27 or as soon as mutually agreed upon.

Application deadline - Until a suitable candidate pool can be established.

Purpose of Position

The Psychologist is a specialist in providing diagnostic and programming services for children with exceptional learning, emotional and behavioural needs.

Duties

- Participate as an active member of the Student Support Services team in carrying out the NESD vision and mission
- Respond to student needs as outlined in the NESD Response to Instruction (RtI) service delivery model
- Provide informal consultation when appropriate to classroom teachers during Cycle 1 in the RtI process
- Identify and assess the learning and development characteristics and needs of students, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning and achievement.
- Determine the assessment procedure which will provide the appropriate diagnosis of exceptional needs.
- Use assessment data about the student and his/her environment in developing appropriate interventions and programs in a timely manner.
- Communicate with parents, administrators, Diversity Education Teachers and teachers in post-assessment conferences regarding assessments and recommendations for programming
- Report assessment findings in a written format which includes the reason for referral, background information, instruments used, interpretation of results, summary, and recommendations.



The results are to be interpreted in a narrative format using language that can be understood by parents and teachers.
- Provide referrals and recommendations to outside agencies and Student Support Services team as needed
- Provide workshops and in-service in areas of expertise to teachers and educational associates when requested.
- Provide strategies and recommendations for home and/or school programming
- Consult with required personnel and/or parents to provide appropriate follow up for students
- Participate in IIP and school based team meetings as required
- Submit reports to the Coordinator of Learning responsible for Student Support Services as required
- Comply with ethical standards of professional practice in the delivery of educational psychology services, observing relevant laws and policies that govern practice
- Maintain professional competency through on-going professional development
- Be knowledgeable and supportive of applicable Division Operational Policies & procedures
- Be willing to engage in life‑long learning with respect to training and professional development
- Conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to a professional learning workplace
- Deal tactfully with staff, students, parents and the public




- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Learning responsible for Student Support Services

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Ability to prioritize multiple demands and effectively manage time
- Ability to work as a team player
- Ability to establish a strong rapport with students, families and school personnel
- Ability to manage high stress situations
- Communication skills that includes content development skills, strong presentation, oratory and verbal skills
- Ability to write reports requiring meaningful interpretations of data, accuracy, readability and editorial correctness
- Ability to meaningfully interpret and respond to data
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Ability to handle physically/emotionally demanding children
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- A positive attitude and work ethic
- Effective organizational and record keeping skills

Qualifications

- Masters degree in Psychology or Educational Psychology from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Registered and a member in good standing with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists
- One (1) year experience as a Registered Psychologist or Educational Psychologist
- Experience working in the education sector within a collaborative-consultative model would be an asset
- Proficiency in the operation of computers, word processing applications and additional software comparable to those currently used in the school division.
- Possess a current and valid Driver’s License

Postings current as of 2/20/2026 4:43:18 PM CST.

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📌 Permanent Psychologist - Melfort
🏢 North East School Division
📍 Melfort