School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Job Title: School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services

Rate: $58-61 per hour (Indirect & Direct Time Compensated) with a comprehensive benefits package that adds additional value.

About Us:
Join a dynamic, women-owned and therapist-run company dedicated to providing exceptional support services to schools and students. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, empowering professionals, and positively impacting the communities we serve. Our team is passionate about helping students succeed both academically and emotionally, and we are looking for a School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker who shares that vision.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated, empathetic, and experienced in-person School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our team in Frederick County Public Schools. As a School Social Worker, you will be a vital link between the school, home, and community to support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. You will provide direct services, as well as consultation, to help students and families navigate challenges and access resources. This role is critical in developing a healthy school climate and providing interventions that address barriers to learning.

Additional Details:
Position 1: Full-Time School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker
December through the end of the school year
Position 2: Full-Time School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker
November through April
Hours: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM (up to 35 hours per week)
Travel: Travels to multiple schools during the week (average of 8 schools)

Responsibilities:

- Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide individual and group counseling to students.

- Develop and implement intervention strategies to address academic and behavioral concerns.

- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to create supportive learning plans.

- Participate in IEP (Individualized Education Program) and 504 Plan meetings, providing clinical insight and recommendations.

- Provide crisis intervention services and risk assessments.

- Connect students and families with community resources and social services.

- Advocate for students' needs and promote a school culture of equity and inclusion.

- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records in compliance with state and federal regulations.

- Address issues such as truancy, bullying, mental health, and substance abuse through school-wide initiatives and targeted support.

Qualifications:

- Valid Maryland MSDE educator certificate with School Social Worker endorsement or eligibility to obtain the endorsement.

- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program.

- Active Maryland social work license required:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or

- Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C)

- Prefer experience working as a Social Worker in a school or pediatric setting.

- Prefer knowledge of Maryland COMAR regulations and federal laws (IDEA, Section 504) governing special education.

- Strong assessment, counseling, and case management skills.

- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.

- Commitment to cultural competence and serving a diverse student population.

- Ability to work independently, manage a caseload effectively, and adapt to the changing needs of a school environment.

School systems typically hire social workers with either license, with the LCSW-C often being preferred for its ability to provide unsupervised clinical diagnoses and treatment.

Benefits:

- Health Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision) with monthly employer contribution

- 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 % and 5% (also a part-time benefit)

- Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)

- State Licensure Reimbursement

- CEU platform Reimbursement

- National Certification Stipend

- Educational Manager for 1:1 support (also a part-time benefit)

- Professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)

- Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)

- Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)

- Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)

- Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)

Please contact Dana Morgan for more information and additional details.
EMAIL: [email protected]
PHONE:410-929-3949