Itinerant School Social Worker

Cross Country Education; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, vis

35-hour workweek

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education seeks an itinerant School Social Worker to support student mental health through individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with educators and families across multiple school sites in Frederick, MD.

This full-time role offers a 35-hour workweek, competitive hourly pay, and generous benefits, with opportunities to impact student well-being and academic success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active Maryland LCPC or LCSW-C License.
• MSDE School Social Worker Certification and required special education coursework.
• School-based experience and familiarity with community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students with social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.
• Conduct social histories, assessments, and evaluations to support services and student planning.
• Collaborate with educators, school psychologists, and teams during IEP/504 meetings to promote success.
• Provide crisis intervention and maintain accurate case notes and documentation.

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field

Maryland LCPC or LCSW-C License

MSDE School Social Worker Certification with applicable special education coursework

School-based experience and knowledge of community resources

Job description

Help students build resilience, navigate challenges, and succeed in the classroom! Cross Country Education is seeking a compassionate Itinerant School Social Worker in Frederick, MD, to support student mental health through individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with educators and families across multiple school sites.

Position Overview

• Provide individual and group counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges across multiple school sites.
• Conduct social developmental histories, assessments, and evaluations to support special education services and student support planning.
• Collaborate with educators, school psychologists, and multidisciplinary teams during IEP, 504, and student support meetings to promote student success.
• Provide crisis intervention, connect families with school and community resources, and maintain accurate case notes, service records, and required documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
• Active Maryland Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C) License
• Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) School Social Worker Certification, including qualifying social work licensure (LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-C) and required special education coursework
• School-based experience preferred, particularly supporting students with disabilities and diverse populations, and familiarity with community mental health resources and school-based interventions

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $46.10 - $52.30 per hour,based on experience and qualifications as a Social Worker, with weekly pay and bonus opportunities.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a consistent, full-time 35-hour workweek and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2