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Job Opportunity: Psychologist or Special Education Adviser:MinEducationJob description:Job DescriptionPermanent,full-time position – located in Cromwell» We have a big and important job to do and we need your help » Make a real difference in children and young people’s lives » Work as part of a trans-disciplinary team of dedicated professionals Kia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Malo ni, Talofa lava, Tena koutou katoa and welcome. Help shape the future of education At the Ministry of Education, we work together to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent results. Our organisation is made up of more than 3,000 talented and committed people around New Zealand, from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for every child, young person and adult student in our education system. About our group and team Learning Support is a critical part of the Sector Enablement and Support Group in the Ministry. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education. Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, wh?nau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and M?ori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning results and promote social inclusion. An opportunity exists for a Psychologist or Special Education Adviser to join our team located in Cromwell on a full-time permanent basis. The prosperous applicant may also be required to provide services across Otago/Southland. The prosperous applicant will: » have demonstrable knowledge, practice and expertise in supporting children and young people with severe and challenging behaviours and students with severe disabilities » be responsible for providing a range of assessment and intervention services to children as well as establishing effective relationships with parents, families, wh?nau, educators and others working in the community » have significant special education qualifications and/or a current New Zealand Psychologists Board registration » have a current driver’s licence » have a current My Vaccine card . candidates for the position should be able to demonstrate the following key attributes: » capability to plan and manage time effectively to meet goals and objectives » Knowledge of the curriculum in schools » Knowledge and knowledge of inclusive education practices » capability and availability to work co-operatively as a team member in a range of contexts » Excellent interpersonal and communication expertise » Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity and commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi The Ministry of Education has an equal opportunities policy and is committed to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. Are you ready to make a difference? Please note that this function is affected by the COVID-19 Public Health (Vaccinations) Order. To be offered this function, prosperous applicant/s will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a medical exemption and provide evidence of their vaccination status. If this opportunity interests you go towww.education.govt.nz/careersto apply online. Please review the position description by copy and pasting this link into your browser:https://expressonline.haineslink.co.nz/pdfs/711782_JobDesc.pdf For more information contact trevor.mcdonald@education.govt.nz Applications close on Friday, 28 January 2022. How to submit the application:Please apply via this link:https://jobs.education.govt.nz/jobs/EDU-1595512Skills:
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