Assessment Assistant
Company Name:
Portland State University
## Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Center for Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is a nationally accredited health care facility that offers medical health, mental health, dental health, health promotion and education, and academic testing services to the students of Portland State University. The center consists of over 120 clinical and administrative staff and operates Monday through Thursday 8:30am-5:30pm and Friday 9am-5pm. There are currently 20,000 students eligible to use SHAC's services.
## Position Summary
Administer/proctor and score psychological test batteries evaluating cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional status in order to assist Counseling Services Assessment Team in their evaluations for LD/ADHD.
Be an active team member to assist Counseling Services Assessment Team and Director in tracking Assessment Program data.
Answer questions via phone and email regarding assessment program at SHAC.
## Minimum Qualifications from Classification
Six months experience administering, scoring and maintaining test result records of psychological tests such as aptitude, personality, and intelligence tests; OR
Nine term (6 semester) hours of counseling or educational psychology measurement courses.
Note:
Transcripts may be required for all required and/or related courses.
## Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
9 months experience working in assessment program at Counseling Services in the Center for Student Health & Counseling
Completed graduate level psychology assessment courses with knowledge of how to administer and score the WAIS-IV (Knowledge of the WJ-III and WMS-IV is a plus, but not required).
Ability to work independently with appropriate training and supervision.
Ability to work independently with appropriate training and supervision.
Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
Flexibility in managing job duties that fluctuate over the academic term.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Good computer skills
## Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Proposed Start Date: 11/01/2014
Classification Title: Psychometrician
Working Title: Assessment Assistant
Representation: OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503 (All OUS)
Position FTE: Up to .49FTE
Term of Service: 9 month - Academic Year (mid-September to mid-June)
Temp/Interim: No
Primary Activity: A - Administrative
Work Days/Hours: Approximately 16 hours/week, scheduled as needed 8:30am-5:00pm, M-F
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement: The starting hourly rate for this position is $13.67. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Background Check Required: Yes
Posting Close Date: 11/03/2014Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Portland State University
## Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Center for Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is a nationally accredited health care facility that offers medical health, mental health, dental health, health promotion and education, and academic testing services to the students of Portland State University. The center consists of over 120 clinical and administrative staff and operates Monday through Thursday 8:30am-5:30pm and Friday 9am-5pm. There are currently 20,000 students eligible to use SHAC's services.
## Position Summary
Administer/proctor and score psychological test batteries evaluating cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional status in order to assist Counseling Services Assessment Team in their evaluations for LD/ADHD.
Be an active team member to assist Counseling Services Assessment Team and Director in tracking Assessment Program data.
Answer questions via phone and email regarding assessment program at SHAC.
## Minimum Qualifications from Classification
Six months experience administering, scoring and maintaining test result records of psychological tests such as aptitude, personality, and intelligence tests; OR
Nine term (6 semester) hours of counseling or educational psychology measurement courses.
Note:
Transcripts may be required for all required and/or related courses.
## Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
9 months experience working in assessment program at Counseling Services in the Center for Student Health & Counseling
Completed graduate level psychology assessment courses with knowledge of how to administer and score the WAIS-IV (Knowledge of the WJ-III and WMS-IV is a plus, but not required).
Ability to work independently with appropriate training and supervision.
Ability to work independently with appropriate training and supervision.
Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
Flexibility in managing job duties that fluctuate over the academic term.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Good computer skills
## Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Proposed Start Date: 11/01/2014
Classification Title: Psychometrician
Working Title: Assessment Assistant
Representation: OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503 (All OUS)
Position FTE: Up to .49FTE
Term of Service: 9 month - Academic Year (mid-September to mid-June)
Temp/Interim: No
Primary Activity: A - Administrative
Work Days/Hours: Approximately 16 hours/week, scheduled as needed 8:30am-5:00pm, M-F
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement: The starting hourly rate for this position is $13.67. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Background Check Required: Yes
Posting Close Date: 11/03/2014Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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