NJ School Psychologist (Child Study Team)

• Counseling & Intervention Services Provide individual and/or small group counseling services to students as assigned.
• Support students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development through evidence-based interventions.
• Assist with crisis intervention and behavioral support planning.
• Provide consultation to staff and families regarding mental health, behavior, learning needs, and evidence-based interventions.
• Assist staff in the development and implementation of evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices.
• Assist in monitoring student response to intervention and analyzing educational data to support decision making.
• Participate in MTSS, intervention planning, and data driven problem-solving teams.

Additional Responsibilities

May provide supervision and mentorship to graduate interns or practicum students. Participate in professional development and ongoing network initiatives as assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or higher in School Psychology or a related field required. Minimum of three (3) years of experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations, case management, and counseling services in a school setting preferred Valid New Jersey School Psychologist Certification required. Experience conducting and interpreting cognitive evaluations. Knowledge of NJ special education code, evaluation procedures, and IEP development. Experience with case management responsibilities preferred. Experience working in elementary and/or secondary school settings preferred

Qualifications

Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional interventions. Familiarity with assessment platforms and report-writing systems. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive practices. Bilingual Spanish/English skills and experience working with multilingual learners and families. Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Experience supervising interns or practicum students. Strong counseling, consultation, and collaboration skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and timelines effectively.

Other Requirements

Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role as outlined above, and to work in the environmental conditions required, such as traveling to network campuses, monitoring and interacting with students, in-person facilitation of trainings, etc.; This role may require frequent travel between multiple locations. Reliable transportation is essential to fulfill job

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Bonus and Salary Information

External candidates hired for this role are eligible for a $3,000 signing bonus as well as up to $5,000 for relocation expenses! The New Jersey School Psychologist on the Child Study Team at Mastery can expect a starting salary between $93,500 to $112,900, based on education and experience, with opportunities for growth as your career progresses. Each offer is made in alignment with Mastery’s compensation philosophy and commitment to pay equity, ensuring fairness and consistency across our team.

\n Mastery's Benefits Package

• We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings!
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• Apply: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.