DC - Social Worker- LICSW

The Children's Guild; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cigna health insurance

Sun Life dental plans

Vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Employer-paid short-term disability

Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

403(b) retirement plan with company 4%

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development support

School schedule with no nights and no/

Job summary

The Children’s Guild in Washington, DC is seeking a School Social Worker to support K-12 students and families within its educational programs. You will collaborate with teachers and administrators to address social and emotional needs, and provide coordinated supports.

You will document progress using school-based platforms and participate in data-informed practices, contributing to a mission-driven, patient-centered educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required or preferred.
• Licensed or eligible for LISW/LICSW in DC.
• Maryland/DC social worker certification eligibility.
• Crisis management certification required/eligible.
• CPR/First Aid certification required/eligible.
• Passion for working with children with diverse abilities.
• 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.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

LISW/LICSW DC certification eligible

Maryland/DC Social Worker certification eligibility

Crisis management certification

CPR/First Aid certification

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

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