In-Person School Therapist (LCSW) – Frederick

Strides Therapy and Educational Services; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k match

PTO/sick time

Licensure reimbursement

CEU reimbursement

National certification stipend

Educational Manager support

Professional liability insurance

Catastrophe medical insurance

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Strides Therapy & Educational Services in Frederick, MD is seeking an in-person School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker to support students in Frederick County Public Schools. You will provide direct counseling, collaborate with teachers and families, and help address social-emotional needs within the school setting.

This role requires an MSW with Maryland licensure and school social work eligibility; travel across multiple schools; up to 35 hours per week from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM; two

Qualifications

• Valid Maryland MSDE educator certificate with School Social Worker endorsement or eligibility.
• Master of Social Work (MSW) from CSWE-accredited program.
• Active Maryland social work license: LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-C.
• Experience in a school or pediatric setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Maryland COMAR regulations and IDEA/504 laws.
• Strong assessment, counseling, and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Commitment to cultural competence in a diverse student population.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide individual and group counseling.
• Develop and implement intervention strategies to address academic and behavioral concerns.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents on learning plans.
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings with clinical insight and recommendations.
• Provide crisis intervention services and risk assessments.
• Connect students and families with community resources and social services.
• Advocate for students and promote equity and inclusion.
• Maintain confidential records per state and federal regulations.
• Address truancy, bullying, mental health, and substance abuse through school initiatives.

Skills

Empathy and active listening

Crisis intervention

Communication

Collaboration

Case management

Counseling skills

Education

MSW degree (CSWE-accredited)

Maryland LMSW/LCSW licensure eligibility

Job description

Strides Therapy & Educational Services in Frederick, MD is seeking an in-person School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker to support students in Frederick County Public Schools. You will provide direct counseling, collaborate with teachers and families, and help address social-emotional needs within the school setting.

This role requires an MSW with Maryland licensure and school social work eligibility; travel across multiple schools; up to 35 hours per week from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM; two