School-Based Psychologist

Strides Therapy & Educational Services

Moncks Corner (SC)

On-site

USD 147,403,000 - 148,781,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits on Day 1

401k with match

PTO/Sick Time

Licensure Reimbursement

National Certification Stipend

Liability insurance

Educational Services Manager

Employee Assistance Program

Cancer insurance

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Catastrophe medical

Job summary

Strides Therapy & Educational Services in Berkeley County, SC, seeks an in-person School Psychologist for a contract role. You will conduct evaluations, collaborate on IEPs/BIPs, provide counseling, and support students’ academic and emotional well-being within a school setting.

Requirements include a NASP-approved degree and SC licensure/certification, with preferred district experience and knowledge of special education laws.

Qualifications

Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from a NASP-approved/accredited program.
Valid SC state license or state department of education certification 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

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

psychological testing

counseling

intervention techniques

communication skills

collaboration

problem-solving

cultural competence

time management

independence

adaptability

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from NASP-approved program

Job description

Job Title:

School-Based Psychologist

Company:

Strides Therapy & Educational Services

Location:

Berkley County, variable locations (Charleston, Northern Charleston, Goose Creek)

School District:

Berkeley County Public Schools

About Us

Join a dynamic, women-owned and operated, and 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.

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.

Eligible for or able to obtain South Carolina Department of Education School Psychologist Certification.

Expected Hours per week

37.5

Essential Duties and Responsibilities not limited to:

Conducts extensive psychological evaluations of students
Increase achievement by assessing barriers to learning and determining the best instructional strategies to improve learning
Evaluate eligibility for special education services (within a multidisciplinary team)
Support effective individualized instruction
Collect data and provide systematic observations for students experiencing challenges in the school setting.
Make referrals and participate in the coordination of community support services
Member of school support teams
Participates as a crisis team member and provides crisis intervention for students and staff in the event a situation is warranted
Stays current on new developments in the field of education
All other duties assigned

Qualifications

Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from a NASP-approved/accredited program
Valid SC state license or state department of education certification 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)
SC 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)