School Social Worker
Listed compensation
$38-$50/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
About the Role
Charm City Therapy is looking for a passionate and dedicated School Social Worker to join our growing team in Frederick, MD. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students by providing essential mental health and social-emotional support within a school setting. If you're driven by purpose and committed to student well-being, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing social, emotional, and behavioral needs
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized intervention plans
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student success
- Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to special education evaluations and planning
- Connect students and families to community resources and support services
- Identify and report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with mandated reporter guidelines
- Maintain accurate case notes, documentation, and progress reports
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
- Current LMSW or LCSW licensure in the state of Maryland
- Experience working with school-age children and adolescents preferred
- Familiarity with IEP processes, IDEA, and special education frameworks
- Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based interventions
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and crisis intervention skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethical standards
About Us
Charm City Therapy is a dedicated allied health practice committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality therapeutic services to individuals and communities across Maryland. Our team of skilled clinicians is united by a shared mission to improve lives through accessible, personalized care. We foster a supportive and collaborative work environment where our staff are valued, empowered, and inspired to do their best work every day.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Charm City Therapy holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 9 active listings.
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 34% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $79k–$104k | Social Work median $81k (middle half $63k–$104k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$87k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Maryland | 143 active | 6,571 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 58% remote · 34% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Charm City Therapy | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index9 active listings |
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