The school psychologist as an organizational boundary role professional

An organizational perspective on the school psychologist's role can provide a basis for integrating disparate activities, reduce ambiguity produced by lack of role consensus, and facilitate more effective role behavior. The school psychologist is herein described as an organizational boundary r...

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Published in:Journal of school psychology 1984-01, Vol.22 (1), p.63-72
Main Authors: Illback, Robert J., Maher, Charles A.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:An organizational perspective on the school psychologist's role can provide a basis for integrating disparate activities, reduce ambiguity produced by lack of role consensus, and facilitate more effective role behavior. The school psychologist is herein described as an organizational boundary role professional. Relevant theory and research on this conception are presented and parallels to school psychological practice are drawn. Implications for practice, training, and research in school psychology are also discussed.
ISSN:0022-4405
1873-3506
DOI:10.1016/0022-4405(84)90052-9