Social Worker or Counselor, Sheppard Pratt School- Glyndon
About The Position
Sheppard Pratt School in Glyndon is a leading provider of year-round special education and therapeutic services, catering to students grades K-12. Our comprehensive program serves students with a range of needs, including autism, emotional disability, intellectual disabilities, other health impairments, specific learning disability, and speech or language impairment. Nestled on a picturesque 43-acre campus, the school offers a unique educational experience surrounded by nature trails, a greenhouse, and a sensory-friendly playground. Our vibrant atmosphere is immediately evident upon arrival, fostering an energetic and engaging environment where students thrive.
Requirements
- Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC)
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
- Licensed Certified Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C)
- Per MSDE requirements, a social worker filling this position must also provide verification of having completed 3 semester hours or State-approved CPD credits in special education and possess a MSDE Certification as a School Social Worker.
Responsibilities
- Conducting individual and group counseling sessions to address personal and environmental obstacles hindering students’ psychosocial functioning.
- Work with families and engage in psychoeducation.
- Acting as a vital member of the treatment team by contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluating treatment plans.
- Collaborating with school systems and supporting families in accessing relevant community resources.
- Coordinating with local social service agencies when necessary.
Benefits
- A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Free clinical supervision to those working towards licensure
- Licensing and certification preparation assistance
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
- 403b 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
