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Topaz HR
Salem, Oregon

School Psychologist

Psychologist Above average in PsychologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65.00–$81.00 per hour

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Position Overview

Our client is seeking multiple Full-Time School Psychologists for in-person school-based positions in Salem, Oregon. In this role, you will support students' mental health and academic success by conducting psychological evaluations, developing intervention plans, collaborating with educators and families, and helping create positive educational outcomes.

  • Location: Salem, OR
  • Work Setting: In-Person (School-Based)
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Compensation: $65.00–$81.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
  • Sign-On Bonus: Available
  • Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance​​​​​​, 401(k) plan with employer contributions

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to identify students' needs.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment and intervention plans.
  • Provide psychotherapy and counseling services to support students' mental health.
  • Facilitate group therapy sessions when appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to develop strategies that promote student success.
  • Implement interventions for students with diverse learning and developmental needs.
  • Stay current with best practices and research in school psychology.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in School Psychology or a related field.
  • Current School Psychologist certification or license.
  • Minimum of one year of experience in a school setting.
  • Strong assessment, evaluation, and treatment planning skills.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

About the Employer

A nationwide provider of comprehensive school-based therapy services is seeking dedicated clinicians to support students through high-quality in-person and hybrid therapy programs. The organization is committed to helping children develop essential communication skills while partnering with families and educators to promote student success.

EEO Statement

Topaz HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please Note

Topaz HR is managing the recruitment process for this opportunity. Additional information about the organization will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. All hiring decisions will be made directly by the employer.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Intervention planningHIPAA complianceStudent supportAssessment skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates School Psychologist at Topaz HR a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychology — ranked against 1,608 active Psychology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Psychologist Career Context

Topaz HR holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 9 active listings.

Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 30% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$152k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $147k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
29%
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
3%

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Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Psychology

Living in Salem

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$422k
Typical market rent
$1,581/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.6
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Salem, OR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Topaz HR

Human Resources Services
West Orange, New Jersey
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with employer contributions