School Psychologist Assistant/Mental Health Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Join Wraparound Experts in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families across Northeast Ohio. We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative School Psychologist Assistant/Mental Health Counselor (full-time and/or part-time) to provide counseling, evaluations, and wraparound support services that help children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Wraparound Experts is proud to be recognized for our dedication to improving lives. We won the 2024 Real Leaders Impact Award - Most Valuable Mission. We also earned the Bell Seal (2024-2026) for Workplace Mental Health from Mental Health America (MHA). In the Summer of 2025, we were a Going to Bat for Small Businesses recipient chosen by PNC Bank and the Cleveland Guardians. Finally, WE is proud to serve as the Mental Health Consultant for Head Start Programs in Cuyahoga and Summit Counties!

Who We Are

Wraparound Experts (WE) is a trusted local partner for schools across Northeast Ohio, providing specialized services and educational staffing solutions to support children and families. Wraparound Experts (WE) is a comprehensive resource for children and families in schools across Northeast Ohio, offering a range of specialized services and educational staffing solutions. We place Special Education and Mental Health professionals at elementary and secondary schools.

WE is dedicated to connecting schools with licensed and qualified Experts who understand the ‘wraparound model’. Our staff goes above and beyond their traditional roles, working together effectively to coordinate services among teachers, support staff and other experts. By wrapping around students with support, we can achieve positive outcomes for students and their families, while fostering a positive work environment.

Beyond staffing solutions, WE offers comprehensive behavioral and mental health training for children, families, and school staff throughout the year. We also provide specialized psychological testing services for autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities.

Our mission is to empower children to thrive mentally, emotionally, and academically. If you are dedicated to making a real, lasting change in the lives of children, then Wraparound Experts might be the place for you. Join us and be part of our mission to make a difference!

Job Summary

The School Psychologist Assistant/Mental Health Counselor 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 Assistant/Mental Health Counselor will conduct the psycho-educational evaluations and assessments for students to determine educational needs and eligibility for special education services. The School Psychologist Assistant/Mental Health Counselor 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 Assistant/Mental Health Counselor 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.

Essential components of this position are listed below; however, these are not exhaustive and subject to change at the discretion of Wraparound Experts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in School Psychology or Clinical Psychology (or a related psychological field), required.
  • Additional Requirement: 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, required.
• 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 the results to develop treatment/intervention plans and classroom strategies that are appropriate to the educational goals of the student (and within the student’s least restrictive environment), required.
• Knowledgeable in state and federal special education law.
• Collaborative, constructive team building skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides counseling services within the scope of training to individuals or groups of students.
• Conducts the psycho-educational evaluations and assessments for students to determine educational needs and eligibility for special education services.
• Summarizes and interprets evaluation results and recommendations in written and verbal form in practical and understandable terms.
• Participates in response to intervention team processes and consults with team members.
• May serve as a resource to districts and buildings in crisis situations.
• When requested, develops, implements, and evaluates professional development opportunities for staff and/or families within the district they serve.
• Maintains an adequate system of documentation and record keeping and meets deadlines for meetings, paperwork, and other responsibilities.
• Works 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.