School Psychologist or Mental Health Counselor

Job Description

Join Wraparound Experts as a School Psychologist, School Psychologist Assistant, or Mental Health Counselor (full-time or part-time roles available) in a primarily evaluation-focused role with a structured caseload. In this position, you’ll conduct comprehensive psycho educational assessments, interpret results, and provide collaborative services alongside school teams to support students’ academic and mental health needs.

This role will develop and provide comprehensive school psychological services to students, families, and schools in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. This broad range of services will meet the academic and mental health needs of students to which they are assigned. The School Psychologist will conduct the psycho-educational evaluations and assessments for students to determine educational needs and eligibility for special education services.

The School Psychologist will work with parents, teachers, and other special education professionals to help design an individualized education plan (an IEP) that best fits the child’s situation. Overall, the School Psychologist will provide support and therapeutic services to students with diverse needs as prescribed by Wraparound Experts and the principal of the school. This role is essential in helping students achieve their maximum potential in academic, social, and daily living activities.

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in School Psychology or Clinical Psychology (or related field), required.
  • School Psychologist Assistants must provide a copy of their most recent graduate transcripts during the interview process.
• Ohio Department of Education School Psychology license or Ohio Board of Psychology license, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, required.
• Pass and maintain a clear FBI and BCI background check, required.
• Successful experience working with children in an academic environment.
• Ability to conduct psycho-educational evaluations and assessments, required.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret assessment results and use them to develop treatment/intervention plans and classroom strategies appropriate to the student's educational goals and least restrictive environment, required.
• Knowledgeable in state and federal special education law.
• Collaborative, constructive team building skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships with students, parents, and other staff members.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and use sound judgment in all aspects of the job.

• Conduct psycho-educational evaluations and assessments for students to determine educational needs and eligibility for special education services.
• Summarize and interpret evaluation results and recommendations in written and verbal form in practical and understandable terms.
• Participate in response to intervention team processes and consult with team members.
• Provide counseling services within the scope of training to individuals or groups of students, when needed.
• Serve as a resource to districts and buildings in crisis situations, when needed.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate professional development opportunities for staff and/or families within the district served, when requested.
• Maintain an adequate system of documentation and record keeping and meet deadlines for meetings, paperwork, and other responsibilities.
• Work closely with other SPED/Related Services professionals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.