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.
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Responsibilities: Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to determine students' cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs.
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Collaborate with educators, parents, and school staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
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Provide counseling and interventions to support students' emotional and mental health needs.
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Participate in multidisciplinary teams to address students' academic and behavioral challenges.
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Offer consultation and training to school personnel on strategies to improve learning environments and student outcomes.
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Promote positive mental health through prevention programs, crisis intervention, and school-wide initiatives.
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Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Qualifications:
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Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from a NASP-approved/accredited program
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Valid MD state license or state department of education certification (as needed) as a School Psychologist
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Educator Certificate (if applicable)
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Prefer experience working as a School Psychologist in a school setting.
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Prefer knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations.
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Strong skills in psychological testing, counseling, and intervention techniques.
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Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
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Commitment to cultural competence and diversity.
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Passion for working with children and adolescents in educational settings.
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Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing needs
Full-time Benefits Include:
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Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
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401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 %, and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
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Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
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MD State Licensure Reimbursement
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National Certification Stipend
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Group professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
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Dedicated Educational Services Manager (also a part-time benefit)
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Employee Assistance program (also a part-time benefit)
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Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
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Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
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Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
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Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)
Please contact Dana Morgan for more information and additional details. Email: [email protected] / Phone: 443-247-5517
If you're a motivated School-Based Psychologist looking to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!
