Float Social Worker or Counselor, Inpatient Units

Sheppard Pratt Careers•Towson, MD

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Float Social Worker or Counselor provides compassionate care across various inpatient units at Sheppard Pratt’s Towson campus, supporting continuity of care and addressing patients’ needs. The role includes individual and group therapy using evidence-based modalities, supportive counseling, monitoring progress toward treatment goals, collaboration with treatment team members, and participation in family meetings and collaborative care sessions as needed. The position contributes to treatment planning and aftercare planning.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
Possess one of the following Maryland licenses at the time of hire: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C), Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Offer supportive counseling and monitor progress toward treatment goals.
Collaborate with treatment team members to communicate patient progress and contribute to treatment planning and aftercare planning.
Participate in family meetings and collaborative care sessions as needed to support holistic patient care.

Benefits

Professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation.
Free clinical supervision for employees working toward licensure.
Licensing and certification preparation assistance.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for benefit-eligible positions.
403(b) retirement match.
Generous paid time off for benefit-eligible positions.
Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures.
Cross-discipline collaboration.
Continuing education and career development programs.