Knowledge Road ยท 2 months ago
Licensed Psychologist | Part-Time | Manhattan, NY | School Day
Knowledge Road is seeking a part-time Licensed Psychologist to provide essential psychological services to students in NYC Department of Education schools. The role involves delivering individual and group counseling, performing psychological assessments, and collaborating with school teams to enhance student mental health and academic success.
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Responsibilities
Deliver direct, high-quality individual and group counseling services to students, as required by their Individualized Education Service Programs/Individualized Education Programs (IESP/IEP)
Address a comprehensive range of social, emotional, and behavioral concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and complex psychological conditions
Perform psychological assessments and evaluations to inform treatment planning and educational recommendations
Design and implement evidence-based treatment plans utilizing various therapeutic modalities tailored to the unique developmental and cultural needs of each student
Partner closely with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other mental health professionals to build a holistic and supportive learning environment
Keep meticulous and timely documentation of all services, progress, and outcomes in alignment with DOE regulations, HIPAA requirements, and Knowledge Road standards
Take an active role in IESP/IEP meetings, contributing expert psychological insights and recommendations to support student progress and educational planning
Qualification
Required
NYS license as a Licensed Psychologist
Doctoral degree in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA-accredited program
A minimum of 2 years of experience providing psychological services to children and adolescents
Competence with electronic documentation systems and teletherapy platforms
NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status required or willingness to complete prior to start
Preferred
Experience in a school-based setting or educational environment
Specialized training in child and adolescent therapy modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, play therapy, family therapy)
Experience with psychological assessment and testing
Benefits
1099 contractor role with fast, reliable payments
Efficient admin and documentation workflows
Supportive team with DOE compliance/scheduling help
Collaborative network of NYC school-based providers