School Based Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Gain clinical hours for licensure (LMSW)
• Clinical Supervision (as needed)
• Admin & Clinical Support
• Supportive team culture and environment
• Flexibility to work with your ideal client
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

General Summary:  

The School-Based Social Worker provides on-site mental health services to students across Baltimore City Public Schools, including individual and group therapy, developmentally appropriate assessments, and participation in the IEP/IFSP process. This role involves close collaboration with families, educators, and school-based teams to support student growth in alignment with educational goals. Services are delivered in compliance with relevant policies and are scheduled during school hours throughout the academic year. 
Principal Responsibilities and Duties:  

• Provide individual and group therapy services 
• Perform developmentally appropriate assessments per IEP/IFSP plans
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, service coordinators, and IEP team members
• Write clear, impactful IEP/IFSP goals and objectives aligned with educational needs and family concerns
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and reporting
• Support compliance with IDEA, COMAR, and district policies
• Deliver services during school hours and on school days at assigned locations

Qualifications:

• Active Maryland LMSW or LCSW-C license (required)
• Experience in school-based settings (preferred)
• Knowledge of IEP/IFSP processes, special education, and federal/state education laws

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and confidential environment
• Professional fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Strong communication and judgment skills, including the ability to interpret and report on student data
• High level of computer literacy for documentation, reporting, and email
• Commitment to professional conduct, confidentiality, and adherence to data privacy rules
• Valid Maryland Driver’s License, if required by school assignment

Job Type:  Full-Time (10-Month, W-2 Employee)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7 hours per day (10-month academic schedule)

Why Work With Us:

• Competitive salary
• Work performed during school hours and throughout the school year (10-month position)
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact in the lives of students and families
• Work in collaboration with a supportive, multidisciplinary team

Sign-On Bonus: $1,250.00