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ESS Clinical

School Based Art Therapist

Pay: $147,680/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Frederick, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

An Art Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving art, crafts, and similar activities. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.

$64,232 / year median in Maryland

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Join our team for the 2026-2027 school year! ESS Clinical is seeking Itinerant Art Therapists who are dedicated to helping students thrive In Frederick County Public Schools. Apply today to be part of a collaborative and supportive team! Pay up to $71/hr W2 and 1099 options No non-competes in our contracts

Requirements:

Master's degree in Art Therapy from an accredited program required. Current Maryland Licensed Clinical Professional Art Therapist (LCPAT) or Licensed Graduate Professional Art Therapist (LGPAT) license required, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start date. Current registration and/or board certification through the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) preferred.

Role Responsibilities:

Provide services to students and their families facilitating the use of art as a medium of expression, develops appropriate treatment goals and acts as a member of the interdisciplinary team Develop individualized goals and objectives for each student with IEP services, based upon assessment and IEP team recommendation. Implement evidence-based practice treatment plans to meet student IEP goals and objectives ESS Clinical is run by therapists for therapists! Our team will provide you with the professional freedom to grow your practice while making a difference. W2

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance #ASIBT #ESS6 Privacy Information When you apply for a position with ESS, we collect personal information such as: Contact details (name, email, phone, address) Application materials (resume, work history, education, references) Information you choose to provide during the hiring process (interviews, assessments, background checks, as permitted by law) We use this information to: Evaluate your candidacy and qualifications Conduct interviews and background checks Manage our recruitment and hiring processes Comply with applicable legal obligations We do not sell or share applicant personal information. We retain it as long as necessary for recruitment, compliance, and potential future opportunities. You may have rights under U.S. state privacy laws, including to request access, correction, deletion, or limitation of your personal information. For details about our practices and your rights, please review our full Privacy Notices below. Click here if you are a California resident: CA Privacy Policy Click here if you reside in all other U.S.