Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) - Full School Year

Adelphi Medical Staffing; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelphi Medical Staffing is seeking a licensed social worker to provide school-based mental health services in Frederick County, Maryland.

The itinerant LCSW-C will travel to about eight schools, deliver individual and group therapy, participate in IEP meetings, and coordinate with teachers, families, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current Maryland LCSW-C license.
• Minimum of three years of professional therapy experience.
• Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of professional ethics and behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Travel to multiple assigned schools (approximately 8 locations) throughout the week to deliver school-based therapeutic services.
• Provide individual and group therapeutic counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
• Assess student mental health needs and develop appropriate intervention plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to address student needs.
• Coordinate therapeutic services with school personnel and community-based agencies.
• Participate in IEP meetings and student support team discussions as appropriate.
• Develop interventions to improve emotional regulation and social functioning.
• Maintain confidential records of counseling sessions and student progress.
• Monitor student outcomes and adjust therapeutic approaches as necessary.
• Provide consultation to school staff regarding student mental health and behavioral concerns.

Skills

Therapy

Communication

Ethics

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) - Full School Year

Frederick, United States | Posted on 10/26/2026

• Specialty Allied - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Job Type Contract
• Date Opened 10/26/2026
• State/Province Maryland
• Country United States

Job Description

Adelphi is seeking a qualified, temporary Itinerant Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C) to provide therapeutic and mental health support services to students at a school in Frederick County, Maryland.

The ideal candidate will work closely with school administration, educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to address students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs through individualized therapeutic intervention in accordance with established guidelines, school procedures, and standards of practice.

Job Quick Facts:

• Facility Type: School
• Anticipated Start Date: November 2026
• School Coverage: Approximately 8 schools throughout the week

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current Maryland Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C) license.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience as a therapist.
• Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of professional ethics and behaviors.

Preferred:

• Experience working in schools with children and adolescents with significant emotional and
• Crisis De-Escalation Certification (CPI or other).

Responsibilities:

• Travel to multiple assigned schools (approximately 8 locations) throughout the week to deliver school-based therapeutic services.
• Provide individual and group therapeutic counseling services to students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
• Assess student mental health needs and develop appropriate therapeutic intervention plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support services as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to address student needs.
• Coordinate therapeutic services with school personnel and community-based agencies.
• Participate in IEP meetings and student support team discussions as appropriate.
• Develop and implement interventions to improve students' emotional regulation, coping skills, and social functioning.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, interventions, and student progress.
• Monitor student outcomes and adjust therapeutic approaches as necessary.
• Provide consultation and recommendations to school staff regarding student mental health and behavioral concerns.
• Ensure services comply with district policies, confidentiality requirements, and professional standards.