School-Based Psychologist

Strides Therapy and Educational Services; Mechanicsville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, D**

401k with employer matches

PTO/sick time

State licensure reimbursement

Professional liability insurance

Stipend for national certification

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Catastrophe medical

Job summary

Strides Therapy & Educational Services in Mechanicsville, MD is seeking a dedicated School Psychologist to provide comprehensive psychological services in a school setting. This in-person role involves assessments, counseling, collaboration with educators and families, and support for students' academic and emotional well-being.

You will conduct evaluations, help develop IEPs and BIPs, and participate in multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliant documentation and proactive mental health

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from NASP-approved program.
• Valid MD state license or MSDE eligibility as School Psychologist.
• Educator Certificate (if applicable).
• Prefer experience as School Psychologist in a school setting.
• Knowledge of state and federal special education laws.
• Strong skills in psychological testing, counseling, and intervention techniques.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to cultural competence and diversity.
• Passion for working with children and adolescents in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to determine students' cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and school staff to develop and implement IEPs and BIPs.
• Provide counseling and interventions to support students' emotional and mental health needs.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to address students' academic and behavioral challenges.
• Offer consultation and training to school personnel on strategies to improve learning environments and student outcomes.
• Promote positive mental health through prevention programs, crisis intervention, and school-wide initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Cultural competence

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology (NASP-approved)

MD state license or MSDE eligibility

Educator Certificate (if applicable)

Job description

Job Title: School-Based Psychologist

Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services

Location: Mechanicsville, MD School District: St. Mary's County Public Schools

About Us: Join a dynamic, women-owned and operated, therapist-run company dedicated to providing exceptional support services to schools and students. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, empowering professionals, and positively impacting the communities we serve. Our team is passionate about helping students succeed both academically and emotionally, and we are looking for a School Psychologist who shares that vision.

Additional Details: Provide support for students of varying ages and ability levels depending on district need.

Requirement: Current Maryland School Psychologist License or eligibility to obtain one through MSDE.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated, empathetic, and experienced in-person School Psychologist to join our team on a contract basis. As a School Psychologist, you will provide comprehensive psychological services to students, collaborate with educators and families, and contribute to fostering a healthy learning environment. You will work in a school setting, offering evaluation, consultation, intervention, and prevention services that support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being.

• Responsibilities: Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to determine students' cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and school staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Provide counseling and interventions to support students' emotional and mental health needs.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to address students' academic and behavioral challenges.
• Offer consultation and training to school personnel on strategies to improve learning environments and student outcomes.
• Promote positive mental health through prevention programs, crisis intervention, and school-wide initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from a NASP-approved/accredited program
• Valid MD state license or state department of education certification (as needed) as a School Psychologist
• Educator Certificate (if applicable)
• Prefer experience working as a School Psychologist in a school setting.
• Prefer knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations.
• Strong skills in psychological testing, counseling, and intervention techniques.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to cultural competence and diversity.
• Passion for working with children and adolescents in educational settings.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing needs

Full-time Benefits Include:

• Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
• 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4%, and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
• Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
• MD State Licensure Reimbursement
• National Certification Stipend
• Group professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Dedicated Educational Services Manager (also a part-time benefit)
• Employee Assistance program (also a part-time benefit)
• Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)

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