The Church School Psychological Service works toward promoting a healthy psycho-educational environment that facilitates the learning and overall development of school-age children. School-aged children and adolescents experiencing developmental disorders, learning difficulties, and social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties are typically referred to this service.
The school psychologist typically follows this procedural structure:
Discusses concerns about a child’s development and learning through consultation with the child, parent/s or legal guardian/s, and school personnel.
Identifies a child’s needs (psychological, emotional, behavioural, educational, or social) through consultation and assessment as appropriate.
Presents and explains findings to the family and/or School.
Provides intervention and/or support and advises on intervention in collaboration with the child, parents/guardians and school staff.
Leads the psychosocial school team during Critical Incident Intervention.