Social Worker or Counselor

Sheppard Pratt Careers•Towson, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a licensed social worker or counselor to provide a broad spectrum of professional therapeutic services to adolescents ages 12 to 21 at The Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center. Located on our historic campus in Towson, Maryland, Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center (RTC) is a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) approved, level V nonpublic school. We offer a year-round therapeutic educational and residential program catering to youths ages 12-18 with severe emotional and behavioral disabilities. Our comprehensive program offers structured community and recreational activities alongside full-day special and general education schooling. You will provide a broad spectrum of professional therapeutic services to adolescents ages 12 to 18. This role involves working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families.

Requirements

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Certified Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C)
Verification of having completed 3 semester hours or State-approved CPD credits in special education
Possess a MSDE Certification as a School Social Worker

Nice To Haves

Must submit required documents to apply for licensure within 30 days of accepting the position (for Social Worker role)

Responsibilities

Coordinating treatment teams, overseeing the development and execution of treatment plans, and actively tracking progress.
Providing individual, family, and group therapy sessions, utilizing a variety of techniques and interventions.
Developing and implementing discharge and aftercare plans, guaranteeing smooth transitions for students as they reintegrate into their communities.
Ensuring documentation and Individualized Education Programs (IEP) are in accordance with regulatory requirements.