School Based Social Worker

Pace Consulting LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Wellness resources

Company parties

Training & development

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Baltimore is seeking a School-Based Social Worker to provide on-site mental health services to students, including individual and group therapy. The successful candidate will collaborate with families and educators, maintain clinical documentation, and adhere to educational policies. Applicants must have an active Maryland LMSW or LCSW-C license and experience in school settings is preferred. Competitive salary and flexible work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in school-based settings preferred.
• Knowledge of IEP/IFSP processes and education laws required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy services.
• Write impactful IEP/IFSP goals aligned with educational needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting.

Skills

Professional fluency in English

Strong communication skills

Judgment skills

Computer literacy

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education

Active Maryland LMSW or LCSW-C license

Job description

Benefits:

Gain clinical hours for licensure (LMSW)

Clinical Supervision (as needed)

Admin & Clinical Support

Supportive team culture and environment

Flexibility to work with your ideal client

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

General Summary:

The School-Based Social Worker provides on-site mental health services to students across Baltimore City Public Schools, including individual and group therapy, developmentally appropriate assessments, and participation in the IEP/IFSP process. This role involves close collaboration with families, educators, and school-based teams to support student growth in alignment with educational goals. Services are delivered in compliance with relevant policies and are scheduled during school hours throughout the academic year.

This is a PACE Consulting employee position. The role is part of a subcontracted partnership with a larger organization, where day-to-day responsibilities are coordinated by the partner agency, while employment and administrative support are managed by PACE.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide individual and group therapy services

Perform developmentally appropriate assessments per IEP/IFSP plans

Collaborate with parents, teachers, service coordinators, and IEP team members

Write clear, impactful IEP/IFSP goals and objectives aligned with educational needs and family concerns

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and reporting

Support compliance with IDEA, COMAR, and district policies

Deliver services during school hours and on school days at assigned locations

Qualifications:

Active Maryland LMSW or LCSW-C license (required)

Experience in school-based settings (preferred)

Knowledge of IEP/IFSP processes, special education, and federal/state education laws

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and confidential environment

Professional fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English

Strong communication and judgment skills, including the ability to interpret and report on student data

High level of computer literacy for documentation, reporting, and email

Commitment to professional conduct, confidentiality, and adherence to data privacy rules

Valid Maryland Driver’s License, if required by school assignment

Job Type:

Full-time Independent Contractor (1099)

Full-time (W2 employee)

Why Work With Us:

Competitive salary

Work performed during school hours and throughout the school year (10-month position)

Opportunity to make a measurable impact in the lives of students and families

Work in collaboration with a supportive, multidisciplinary team