School Based Social Worker

Pace Consulting LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Pace Consulting LLC seeks a School-Based Social Worker to provide on-site mental health services across Baltimore City Public Schools. The role includes individual and group therapy, developmentally appropriate assessments, and collaboration with families and school teams to support student growth within the IEP/IFSP process.

The position requires active Maryland LMSW or LCSW-C licensure, experience in school settings, and compliance with IDEA and district policies.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland LMSW or LCSW-C license required.
• Experience in school-based settings preferred.
• Knowledge of IEP/IFSP processes and education laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy services to students.
• Perform developmentally appropriate assessments per IEP/IFSP plans.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, service coordinators, and IEP team members.
• Write clear IEP/IFSP goals aligned with educational needs and family concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in a timely manner.
• Deliver services during school hours and comply with policies.

Skills

Therapy delivery

Family collaboration

Documentation

English proficiency

Confidential environment

Education

Maryland LMSW or LCSW-C license

Job description

Job Description

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.

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 (10-Month, W-2 Employee)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7 hours per day (10-month academic schedule)

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

Sign-On Bonus: $1,250.00