School Therapist in Frederick, MD

Bring your creativity and passion to a role where your expertise as an Art Therapist makes a profound impact in an educational setting. This rewarding contract position offers you the chance to support students across various sites in Frederick County through the 2024-2025 academic year, from August 19th to June 4th.

As an Art Therapist working onsite, you will collaborate closely with a caseload of 15 students, using your skills to provide therapeutic art interventions that foster emotional and academic growth. Your schedule offers part-time hours (20 hours per week, 8am–4pm), giving you the flexibility to maintain work-life balance throughout the school year.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active state licensure as an Art Therapist through the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists
• Experience working in schools or with children and adolescents in therapeutic settings
• Ability to develop individualized and group art therapy activities suited to student needs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to liaise effectively with educators, families, and related services staff
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding ethical standards

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver art therapy services onsite to a caseload of 15 students at various district locations
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans in collaboration with school teams
• Maintain accurate records of therapy sessions, progress notes, and required documentation
• Monitor and report student progress, adjusting interventions as needed
• Participate in school meetings, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary teams

This position offers a unique opportunity to bring the benefits of art therapy to students in a supportive school environment. If you are committed to helping young people discover new ways to express themselves and overcome challenges through art, we encourage you to apply today and make a difference this school year!

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $57.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.