Therapist

What is this job? 

To provide individual, group and family therapy to children, adolescents, and their families in The Strawbridge School; develop/implement Individual Education Plan goals and Transition/Discharge Plans; maintain current and accurate case documentation; conduct clinical assessments; complete activity and performance reports.

What is the Strawbridge School?

The Strawbridge School is a non-public school approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The program provides small, caring classroom settings guided by certified special education teachers.  

The school serves youth with emotional, behavioral, and/or intellectual challenges in a supportive and nurturing environment.   Our team addresses the unique educational needs of students who have been unable to thrive in a public-school setting. The Strawbridge School is one of several programs provided by the Board of Child Care, a national children and family-focused charity headquartered in Baltimore.

What is this company?  Everstand? 

Everstand is not a federal or state agency. It is an independent not-for-profit organization that serves over 1,000 children annually across 12 locations.  You would join about 800 teammates across DC, MD, PA, and WV that empower youth and their families to flourish within their community.

What does the benefits package look like? 

• Paid sick and bereavement leave


• Up to 3% annual match to retirement contributions


• Health insurance is available via CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.  


• Professional and career development includes tuition reimbursement program

What does this job do specifically?

• Honor differences, acknowledge uniqueness, and amplify all voices. Partner with Everstand’s Equity, Diversity, andInclusion (EDI) committee to build (and participate) in trainings and group experiences that strengthen Everstand’s commitment to EDI. Model the use of inclusive language.
  


• Demonstrate and practice Everstand’s leadership mindset, “Choose kindness.  Solve problems and learn together. Make it happen.”


• Provide individual, group, and family therapy, within the scope of professional license, to children, adolescents, and their families as outlined by students’ Individualized Education Program.


• Participate in IEP meetings, as well as treatment team meetings with the educational team or residential team, and other team meetings (with external parties) as appropriate.


• Develop goals and evaluate the student’s progress for their Individualized Education Program (IEP).


• Learn and implement evidence-based practices selected by the organization, which may include attending on- or off-site training, participating in ongoing supervision, consultation, and/or continuing education, committing to delivery of the practice as expected by Everstand, following practice guidelines with fidelity, and engaging in fidelity monitoring.


• Complete psychosocial intake assessments and ongoing clinical assessments that include participation by student, parents/guardians, and other parties (such as DSS worker, foster parent, group home, etc.).


• Maintain effective working relationships with families/teams, children/youth, colleagues, consultants and community agencies, including regular communication with families/teams about student progress.

What experience and education do I need?

Required Education and Experience

·   Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or University

·   Current LGSW, LGPC, LCSW-C, LCPC, LGMFT, LCMFT, LGPAT, or LCPAT Maryland State License

Preferred Education and Experience

·     Minimum of one (1) year experience in providing direct social work services to children/youth and families.

·     Certification as a School Social Worker

·     Current LCSW-C or LCPC Maryland State License

This job description is a general outline of the duties and requirements involved in this role. A full job description will be provided to candidates during the interview process.

Everstand is an equal-opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. All eligible candidates, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply for vacancies as appropriate. 

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