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: danamorgan@stridesspeechtherapy.com
• PHONE:410-929-3949