Company Overview

A & R Clinical Services and Crisis Management, LLC (ARCSCM) is dedicated to providing therapeutic clinical and crisis intervention services across the community, addressing the increasing concerns surrounding behavioral and mental health. We are committed to promoting wellness through prevention, treatment, and educational initiatives.

Summary

A & R Clinical Services and Crisis Management, LLC (ARCSCM) are looking for Therapy, Nursing, and Other School-Based Professional Services. Cecil County Public Schools (CCPS) is seeking interested companies to provide the following services to students ranging in age from birth to twenty-one (21): Speech-Language, Occupational and Physical Therapy, School Psychology, Nursing, and Sign Language Interpreting. For the 2025-2026 School Year, CCPS foresees needing an undetermined number of Speech/Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, Registered Behavior Technician, and Sign Language Interpreters.

Responsibilities

School Psychologist - Duties of Contractor/Service Provider The awarded Contractor must have capacity to provide School Psychology services including but not limited to:

• Observing all school system and birth to 21 policies and procedures as described during the orientation;
• Screening and assessment, including completion of written reports;
• Participating in the development of appropriate IEPs and/or IFSPs;
• Participating in IEP or IFSP team meetings as necessary;
• Providing ongoing therapy or consultation with teachers, families, and respective service agencies;
• Communicating with families/guardians as agreed upon;
• Monitoring completion of required services on IEP/IFSP;
• Documenting response to services and consultation using appropriate CCPS forms; and CCPS RFP 25-11: Therapy, Nursing, and Other School-Based Professional Services 30
• All billable hours are to be provided in a CCPS facility, private school or Infants/Toddlers Program location (child’s natural environment).
• Billable hours are not to exceed seven (7) hours per day for a maximum of thirty-five (35) hours/five (5) day work week, including travel time between locations is to be documented as billable hours. The daily lunch of thirty (30) minutes; and commute travel are not billable.

In addition, Contractors providing services to the following CCPS programs must include: Infants and Toddlers Program Services

• Ability to provide early intervention supports and services to children ages birth to four and their families; Availability to provide year-round services;
• Ability to travel and provide services in natural environments (homes, daycares, communities);
• Focus on family education and training; and CCPS RFP 25-11: Therapy, Nursing, and Other School-Based Professional Services 32
• Flexibility in service hours based upon needs of the Infant and Toddler Program, with capacity to increase/decrease hours of service throughout the contract period based upon the need of CCPS. School-Based Services
• Ability to provide services to students, ages 3-21, including early intervening services and IEP services;
• Support students’ abilities to access, participate and progress in their educational program in the least restrictive environment;
• Availability to travel and provide services in multiple schools; and
• Flexibility to change assignments based upon the needs of CCPS. The Service Provider will inform local school personnel and the office of Special Education in the event of a service provider’s absence and will attempt to provide substitute coverage.

Professional Requirements

• School Psychologists must have and maintain Maryland State Department of Education endorsement; and Sign Language Interpreters should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and Interpreter Training Program Certification or fluent in Sign Language. All contracted professionals must have a valid driver’s license and an automobile for use. Upon notification of award of contract, the Contractor’s personnel must be fingerprinted. Therapists must successfully complete a criminal history background check. All contracted professionals will receive training and follow the policies and procedures outlined by CCPS.

About A & R Behavioral Health:

While we strive to embark on a path with the community to ensure acceptance, respect, compassion, and sincerity. We also promise to be committed to the wellness of individuals and their families by providing prevention treatment, intervention treatment and behavioral/mental health stability education.

* If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students through healthcare, we invite you to apply for one of the positions listed at A & R Clinical Services and Crisis Management, LLC (ARCSCM) today!

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $21.46 - $25.85 per hour

Work Location: In person