School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Strides Therapy and Educational Services•Frederick, MD

4d•$58 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is seeking an empathetic and experienced in-person School Therapist/Licensed Clinical Social Worker to serve Frederick County Public Schools. The role connects schools, families, and communities to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. The therapist provides direct services and consultation, helps students and families access resources, and delivers interventions that address barriers to learning and contribute to a healthy school climate. Two full-time positions are described: one running from December through the end of the school year, and another running from November through April. The schedule is 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, up to 35 hours per week. The role involves travel to multiple schools during the week, averaging eight schools. The company describes itself as a dynamic, women-owned and therapist-run organization committed to exceptional school and student support, diversity and inclusion, professional empowerment, and positive community impact.

Requirements

Valid Maryland MSDE educator certificate with a School Social Worker endorsement, or eligibility to obtain the endorsement.
Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
Active Maryland social work license: LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-C.
Strong assessment, counseling, and case management skills.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to cultural competence and serving a diverse student population.
Ability to work independently, manage a caseload effectively, and adapt to changing school needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience working as a social worker in a school or pediatric setting.
Knowledge of Maryland COMAR regulations and federal laws, including IDEA and Section 504, governing special education.
LCSW-C is often preferred by school systems because it can support unsupervised clinical diagnoses and treatment.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide individual and group counseling to students.
Develop and implement intervention strategies addressing academic and behavioral concerns.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to create supportive learning plans.
Participate in IEP and 504 Plan meetings, providing clinical insight and recommendations.
Provide crisis intervention services and risk assessments.
Connect students and families with community resources and social services.
Advocate for students’ needs and promote a school culture of equity and inclusion.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Address truancy, bullying, mental health, and substance abuse through school-wide initiatives and targeted support.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision health benefits with a monthly employer contribution.
401(k) with match and immediate vesting: 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%.
Up to 40 hours of PTO/sick time.
State licensure reimbursement.
CEU platform reimbursement.
National certification stipend.
Educational manager for 1:1 support.
Professional liability insurance.
Cancer insurance.
Pet insurance.
Life insurance.
Catastrophe medical insurance.