School Therapist in Van Nuys, CA

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Job Description

Step into a rewarding opportunity providing support as a School Art Therapist on a part-time contract basis. Youll be working with a small, diverse caseload of students in an educational setting, making a real difference through therapeutic recreation and creative interventions during the upcoming school year.

Key Qualifications:

• Certification from the California Board of Recreation and Park Certification, the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation, or the National Recreation and Park Association (recreation or therapeutic recreation services)
• Experience providing therapy, ideally within a school setting, utilizing art or recreation-focused interventions
• Strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple students and sites
• Ability to participate in IEP processes, including performing annual assessments and attending meetings
• Open to virtual/VOCO arrangements for skill marketing

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver creative and therapeutic sessions to 4 students weekly, with individual service times as follows:
  • One student for a 45-minute session
  • Two students for 30-minute sessions each
  • One student for an extended 85-minute session
• Maintain accurate session records and progress notes
• Complete detailed assessments and contribute to annual IEP meetings
• Collaborate with educational staff and families to best support students growth and success
• Adapt approaches to meet diverse needs and encourage student engagement across multiple school sites

Why Consider This Role?

• Enjoy a flexible, part-time schedule of just 5-10 hours a week, ideal for work-life balance or supplementing other commitments
• Make a measurable impact in the lives of students needing therapeutic support
• Gain valuable experience with a variety of needs across multiple learning environments

Bring your passion for art therapy and commitment to student well-being to this fulfilling school-based opportunity. Take the next step in your career and submit your application today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $34.00 to $62.00. 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.