DC - Social Worker- LICSW

The Children's Guild; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Professional development

EAP

Job summary

The Children’s Guild in Washington, DC area seeks a School Social Worker to support K-12 students and families, delivering social-emotional programming and collaborating with school leaders to improve student outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work and is LISW/LICSW eligible in DC, with MD/DC certificates possible post-hire. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work is required or strongly preferred.
• Certified or eligible for LISW/LICSW in DC.
• Hold or be eligible for a Social Worker certificate in Maryland and/or DC (post-hire).
• Certified or eligible for crisis management certification.
• Certified or eligible for CPR/First Aid.
• Experience working with children with diverse abilities is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster and assist in facilitating the intellectual and social development of our K-12 students and families.
• Implement best practices in childhood and family engagement.
• Facilitate social-emotional, child development learning programs.
• Provide therapeutic interventions for students with special needs.
• Collaborate with school leaders to support children and families.
• Document efficiently using electronic health records and school-based platforms.
• Engage in data-informed, evidence-based practices.

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Certified/eligibile for LISW/LICSW in DC

Social Worker certificate Maryland/DC (post-hire)

Crisis management certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

Transform Children’s Lives as a School Social Worker with The Children's Guild

Our People Matter — And We Want YOU to Be a Part of the Team

It’s more than a job. It’s a mission we are passionate about. And we hope you are, too.

The Children’s Guild provides comprehensive, individualized education and family services to empower children, families, and communities to thrive. Our schools and programs are hiring dedicated special education jobs.

Why Choose The Children's Guild?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Directly contribute to transforming children's lives through innovative care and education.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from our experienced mentors who provide supervision and support for your licensing requirements in Maryland or Washington D.C.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals committed to child-centered care.
• Cutting-Edge Practices: Stay at the forefront of occupational therapy in educational settings.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Foster and assist in facilitating the intellectual and social development of our K-12 students and families
• Implement best practices in childhood and family engagement
• Facilitate social-emotional, child development learning programs
• Provide therapeutic interventions for students with special needs
• Collaborate with school leaders to support children and families
• Document efficiently using electronic health records and school-based platforms
• Engage in data-informed, evidence-based practices
  

Qualifications

Ideal Candidates Have:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work
• Certified or eligible for certification in Washington DC at the LISW, or LICSW level
• Hold or be eligible for a Social Worker certificate in Maryland and/or Washington DC (Can be applied for post-hire)
• Certified or eligible for certification in crisis management.
• Certified or eligible for certification in CPR/First Aide
• Passion for working with children with diverse abilities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
  

Benefits Of Working For The Children’s Guild

While working at The Children’s Guild, you not only get to leave work each day knowing you’ve positively impacted a child’s life, but you also get to experience these benefits:

• A culture of Transformation Education
• Values-focused culture
• Opportunity to learn and grow
• Cigna health insurance plans and Sun Life dental plans to choose from with company contributions to premiums
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental health insurance options
• Long-term disability insurance coverage option
• Employer-paid short-term disability insurance, as well as Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage
• A generous leave package, including an annual mental health day
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with a discretionary company match
• Access to free financial planning advice from a certified financial advisor through Greenspring Advisors
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development support for continuing education
• Working a school schedule with no nights and weekends required
  

Join us in our mission to transform lives!

Together, we can create brighter futures for the children who need us most.