School Therapist in Clarksburg, MD

Bring your creativity and expertise to a dynamic school setting as an Art Therapist working with a diverse student population. In this contract-based role, you’ll provide on-site therapeutic support to students across various district sites, helping children thrive emotionally and academically.

Key Qualifications:

• Current State Licensure through the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists
• Background providing art therapy or school-based therapeutic support to children or adolescents
• Ability to conduct small-group and individual sessions using art modalities
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with educational and mental health professionals
• Experience maintaining detailed records and adhering to confidentiality standards

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver art therapy services to a caseload of 15 students in collaboration with school staff and families
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans to help students address emotional and behavioral goals
• Conduct therapeutic art sessions both individually and in small groups
• Maintain thorough session documentation and progress reports as required by district and licensure guidelines
• Communicate student progress, needs, and recommendations to multidisciplinary teams

Position Details:

• School year contract: August 19th through June 4th
• Part-time, 20 hours per week between 8am and 4pm; flexible scheduling within these hours
• On-site service delivery required at various district locations
• Only one position available—impact student lives through creative, evidence-based therapeutic practice

Imagine influencing a child’s educational journey through the power of creative expression. If you’re an Art Therapist driven to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply today and help students unlock their potential in a supportive, collaborative school environment.

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.

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