School Psychologist - Beaufort, South Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a meaningful, contract-based opportunity as a School Psychologist, where you’ll work closely with students exhibiting the most significant social, emotional, and behavioral needs. This role plays a critical part in a specialized Promising Students Program, employing trauma-informed approaches to foster resilience and academic success. Focused on early intervention and positive outcomes, you’ll collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create a safe and supportive school environment near Beaufort, SC.

Desired Qualifications:

• State licensure or eligibility as a School Psychologist
• Solid foundation in behavioral and counseling interventions
• Experience conducting functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Demonstrated ability to work within Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• Strong consultation and collaboration skills for engaging teachers, administrators, and families
• Familiarity with IEP and Section 504 meeting participation
• Crisis intervention and safety planning experience preferred

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individual and small-group counseling for students with intensive needs
• Perform psychoeducational and behavioral evaluations using best practices
• Complete FBAs and contribute to BIP creation and ongoing monitoring
• Support and implement MTSS, collaborating with school teams
• Provide consultative guidance to teachers and families in managing student behavior
• Participate in IEP and Section 504 development and review meetings
• Respond to crisis situations and assist in developing safety strategies
• Design transition plans for students re-entering their home schools

If you are passionate about making a difference through comprehensive behavioral and mental health services—and enjoy the flexibility of contract work—this position offers the chance to be a catalyst for positive change. Apply today to help students strengthen their emotional regulation, problem-solving, and social skills, paving the way for lifelong success.

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