School Social Worker

Mykelly; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 73,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Kelly Pediatric Therapy is seeking a School Social Worker (LCPC or LCSW-C) to provide student support across multiple schools in Frederick County, Maryland. The position runs November 2026 through the end of the school year as a 1099 independent contractor.

Responsibilities include counseling, supporting students with behavioral, emotional, social, and academic needs, and collaborating with educators and families. Strong documentation and ability to work across locations are essential.

Qualifications

• Current LCPC or LCSW-C credential is required.
• Experience with children/adolescents in school-based or clinical settings preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently across multiple school locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide social-emotional support and counseling services to students.
• Help students navigate behavioral, emotional, social, and academic challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, families, and other school-based professionals.
• Support students in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, and positive social interactions.
• Assist with identifying student needs and implementing appropriate intervention strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and student progress.
• Provide services across multiple school locations within Frederick County.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

LCPC or LCSW-C credential

Job description

School Social Worker (LCPC or LCSW-C)

Location: Frederick County, Maryland
Start Date: November 2026 – End of the School Year
Pay Rate: $53- $58/hour
Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Kelly Pediatric Therapy is seeking a qualified School Social Worker to provide student support services across multiple schools in Frederick County, Maryland. This temporary opportunity begins in November 2026 and continues through the end of the school year, offering the flexibility of a 1099 independent contractor arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Provide social-emotional support and counseling services to students.

• Help students navigate behavioral, emotional, social, and academic challenges.

• Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, families, and other school-based professionals.

• Support students in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, and positive social interactions.

• Assist with identifying student needs and implementing appropriate intervention strategies.

• Maintain accurate documentation of services and student progress.

• Provide services across multiple school locations within Frederick County.

Qualifications

• Current LCPC or LCSW-C credential required.

• Experience working with children or adolescents in a school-based or clinical setting preferred.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently across multiple school locations.

Why Kelly Pediatric Therapy?

At Kelly Pediatric Therapy, you’re never on your own. Our Clinical Directors provide mentorship, guidance, and ongoing clinical support to help you succeed. We offer assistance with IEP development, progress monitoring, documentation, and reporting, along with professional development opportunities and continuing education units (CEUs).

Join Kelly Pediatric Therapy and make a meaningful difference in students’ lives while enjoying the flexibility of an independent contractor position.