School Social Worker

Linwood Center; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Generous Paid Time Off + Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-paid Life & Disability

Job summary

Linwood School in Ellicott City, MD is seeking a compassionate School Social Worker to join an interdisciplinary team. You will provide counseling, crisis intervention, and advocacy for students with autism and related disabilities while partnering with families and staff to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

We offer a collaborative environment with professional growth opportunities and a strong emphasis on student well-being.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required.
• At least two years of social work experience, preferably in a school, nonprofit, or special education setting.
• Experience providing counseling and crisis intervention services.
• Knowledge of IEP processes, student support services preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Passion for supporting students with autism and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services based on students' IEPs.
• Conduct social work assessments and develop goals to support student growth.
• Participate as an active member of the IEP team with educators, therapists, and related service providers.
• Support students during crisis situations through assessment, intervention, and post-crisis planning.
• Build partnerships with families by providing guidance, resources, and ongoing communication.
• Coordinate with hospitals, community agencies, school systems, and outside providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist families with accessing school and community resources that support student success.
• Support student admissions and onboarding by participating on the intake committee and reviewing referral information.
• Develop school-wide initiatives promoting social-emotional development.
• Provide professional development and consultation to staff on social-emotional learning and behavioral supports.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

IEP knowledge

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

MSW degree

LCSW license

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Ellicott City, MD 21043Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 SalaryAre you passionate about supporting students' emotional well-being and helping them reach their full potential? Do you enjoy collaborating with educators, therapists, and families to create meaningful, lasting change?

At Linwood School, we're looking for a compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. In this role, you'll provide counseling, crisis intervention, and advocacy for students with autism and related disabilities while partnering with families and staff to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

You'll work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, your ideas are encouraged, and you'll have ongoing opportunities for professional growth—all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students and their families every day.

What You’ll Do

• Providing individual and group counseling services based on students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Conducting social work assessments and developing goals to support student growth
• Participating as an active member of the IEP team while collaborating with educators, therapists, and related service providers
• Supporting students during crisis situations through assessment, intervention, and post-crisis planning
• Building strong partnerships with families by providing guidance, resources, and ongoing communication
• Coordinating with hospitals, community agencies, local school systems, and outside providers to ensure continuity of care
• Assisting families with accessing school and community resources that support student success
• Supporting student admissions and onboarding by participating on the intake committee and reviewing referral information
• Developing school-wide initiatives that promote students' social-emotional development
• Providing professional development and consultation to school staff on best practices in social-emotional learning and behavioral supports
• Assisting with required documentation, Medicaid requirements, and student service records

Training & Support

• We provide CPR certification
• We provide Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training
• Ongoing support and guidance from supervisors

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) required
• At least two years of social work experience, preferably in a school, nonprofit, or special education setting
• Experience providing counseling and crisis intervention services
• Knowledge of special education processes, IEPs, and student support services preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• A passion for supporting students with autism and developmental disabilities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for more than just a social work position—and want to be part of a collaborative team dedicated to helping students thrive,we'd love to meet you.

Note: This does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.