School Social Worker/Counselor (10-month position)

Pathwayschools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team transforming the lives of high school students with emotional disabilities at a leading educational center. This role involves providing therapy tailored to individual needs, collaborating with mental health providers, and ensuring comprehensive support for students in various settings. Ideal candidates hold Maryland certifications and have relevant therapy experience.

Benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health, life, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must hold Maryland LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, or LCPC.
• Commitment to maintain School Social Worker Certification if applicable.
• At least 1 year of experience in therapy with children/adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy based on IEPs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate IEPs.
• Conduct therapy sessions in-person and via telehealth.

Skills

Behavioral assessment

Crisis intervention

Group therapy

Individual therapy

Family support

Education

Maryland LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, or LCPC

Job description

Great opportunity to join a team of educators dedicated to transforming the lives of high school students with emotional disabilities. Our community-based program is tailored to meet individual needs, understanding each student's background and future aspirations.

DUTIES

• Provide individual and group therapy to students based on IEPs and specific needs.
• Offer family support services when necessary.
• Participate in the admissions review process.
• Collaborate with mental health providers and make referrals as needed.
• Assess behavioral skills, set goals, and assist in developing FBAs and BIPs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate IEPs, maintaining detailed progress records.
• Conduct therapy sessions via telehealth, in-school, and community settings, including home visits and transportation.
• Provide crisis intervention services during school hours.
• Stay informed about characteristics of emotional and behavioral disabilities and incorporate new clinical practices.
• Assist with State Assessment processes as needed.
• Must be able to drive a personal vehicle to community student locations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Maryland LMSW (supervision provided), LCSW-C, LGPC, or LCPC.
• Commitment to obtain and maintain Maryland State Department of Education School Social Worker Certification, if applicable.

EXPERIENCE

• At least one year of group, individual, or family therapy experience with children or adolescents with emotional and behavioral disabilities, preferably in a school or clinical setting.

BENEFITS

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health, life, and vision insurance
• Paid time off

Work setting:

• In-person at school sites and students' home communities.