What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at ESS Clinical?
School Psychologist – East Orange, NJ
ESS Clinical is hiring School Psychologists to support students in East Orange, NJ. Elevate your career in a school-based setting with guaranteed hours, weekday stability, competitive compensation for both direct and indirect services, and dedicated clinician support.
Join our team for the 2026–2027 school year! Apply today to become part of a collaborative, supportive school environment where you can make a meaningful impact on students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.
- Choice of W-2 or 1099 opportunities
- No non-compete clauses in our contracts!
- Compensation up to $70/hour
Qualifications
- Master's or doctoral degree in School Psychology or a related field required
- Valid New Jersey School Psychologist certification/licensure, as applicable
- School-based experience preferred but not required
- Strong assessment, evaluation, and report-writing skills
- Knowledge of child development, behavior management, and counseling techniques
- Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, teachers, and school staff
- Familiarity with special education laws, regulations, and student support services
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Empathy, patience, and a commitment to supporting the well-being and success of students
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychological and educational assessments to evaluate students' cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning
- Interpret assessment results and provide recommendations for individualized education programs (IEPs), interventions, and student support services
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and other school professionals to develop and implement strategies that address students' individual needs
- Provide individual and/or group counseling and other mental health support services, as appropriate
- Assist with the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and crisis intervention strategies
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to evaluate students for special education eligibility and contribute to IEP development
- Support students experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, or academic challenges
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive school climate through social-emotional learning and other student-focused initiatives
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student records in accordance with school policies and applicable regulations
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits options
- Guaranteed hours
- Weekday school-based schedule
- Professional development opportunities
- Dedicated clinician and operational support
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in students' lives
- Sick time
- Eligible for medical benefits
Join a team that is run by therapists, for therapists! ESS Clinical provides the professional support and freedom you need to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
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