Itinerant School Social Worker

Cross Country Education • Frederick, MD

12d

About The Position

Cross Country Education is seeking a compassionate Itinerant School Social Worker in Frederick, Maryland. The role supports student mental health and success across multiple school sites through individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with educators and families. The Social Worker conducts social developmental histories, assessments, and evaluations to support special education services and student support planning; participates in IEP, 504, and student support meetings; connects families with school and community resources; and maintains accurate case notes, service records, and required documentation.

This is a full-time position with a consistent 35-hour workweek. Pay is $46.10–$52.30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with weekly pay and bonus opportunities. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, and paid sick leave.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active Maryland Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C) license.
• Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) School Social Worker Certification, including qualifying social work licensure (LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-C) and required special education coursework.

Nice To Haves

• School-based experience, particularly supporting students with disabilities and diverse populations.
• Familiarity with community mental health resources and school-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges across multiple school sites.
• Conduct social developmental histories, assessments, and evaluations to support special education services and student support planning.
• Collaborate with educators, school psychologists, and multidisciplinary teams during IEP, 504, and student support meetings.
• Provide crisis intervention and connect families with school and community resources.
• Maintain accurate case notes, service records, and required documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $46.10–$52.30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Weekly pay.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid sick leave.
• Consistent, full-time 35-hour workweek.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time