Job Title: School-Based Psychologist Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services Location: Mechanicsville, MD School District: St. Mary's County Public Schools Job Type: Full-time Rate: $65 W2 per hour (All Direct and Indirect Time Paid Equally) Strides offers a comprehensive benefits package that adds additional compensation! Please see below for further details! Referral Bonus: $500 referral bonus for each employee referred About the Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading local provider of educational and therapeutic services, dedicated to enhancing the lives of students through high-quality support and intervention. We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic School Psychologist to join our team in St. Mary's County Public Schools. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' academic, social, and emotional success within the school setting. Job Description: Strides Therapy & Educational Services is partnering with St. Mary's County Public Schools to find a dedicated School Psychologist to join their team. 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. Additional Details: Expected Hours: 35 hours per week Workplace Setting: In-person school Number of Hires: 1 • Provide support for students of varying ages and ability levels depending on district need. Responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and assessments to determine students' cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs. • Determine eligibility for special education services as part of a multidisciplinary team. • Develop and contribute to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans. • Consult and collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and related service providers. • Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and social-emotional support as needed. • Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and inform instructional strategies. • Maintain accurate documentation and complete reports in a timely manner. • Stay current with best practices and developments in school psychology. Qualifications: • Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from a NASP-approved/accredited program • Current Maryland School Psychologist License or eligibility to obtain one through MSDE. • 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 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with employer contribution towards monthly premium for qualifying plans • 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) • State Licensure Reimbursement • National Certification Stipend • CEU Platform Reimbursement • Group professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit) • Dedicated Educational Services Manager for 1:1 support (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) Please contact Dana Morgan for more information and additional details. EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 443-247-5517