Social Worker or Counselor, Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center - Towson, MD
About The Position
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. What to expect. 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
- A Counselor must have one of the following at time of hire: Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
- A Social Worker must have one of the following at time of hire, or must submit required documents to apply for licensure within 30 days of accepting the position: 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
- 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
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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
