Social Worker - job 1 of 2

As a Licensed Social Worker at our Owings Mills, MD school, your responsibilities will include conducting emergency assessments for students, providing therapy in various formats, and collaborating on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). You'll also support teachers and staff by offering insights on managing student behavior while maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring compliance with relevant laws.

To apply for the Licensed Social Worker role at our school in Owings Mills, MD, you must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution and hold a current LGSW Maryland State License, with an LCSW-C being preferred. Additionally, a minimum of one year of experience working directly with children and families is required.

In your role as a Licensed Social Worker at our Owings Mills, MD school, you’ll work closely with teachers to identify and address student concerns, providing strategies to support classroom management and improve student behavior. This collaboration is key to creating an environmentally supportive learning space for every child.

The Licensed Social Worker position in Owings Mills, MD, offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 a year. This reflects the importance of the role in promoting the social and emotional well-being of students in our school community.

As a Licensed Social Worker in our Owings Mills, MD school, you will utilize various therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the specific needs of students. This may include individual therapy, family therapy, or group therapy sessions, aimed at enhancing students’ emotional well-being and coping strategies.

When answering this question, highlight your assessment techniques and how you prioritize student safety and emotional support. Discuss your experience in quickly identifying needs and implementing appropriate interventions.

Demonstrate your understanding of building rapport and trust. Explain techniques you would use to engage a reluctant student in the therapeutic process, emphasizing your commitment to their well-being.

Share specific strategies or resources you have previously provided to teachers. Tailor your answer to demonstrate your collaborative skills and the importance of maintaining a supportive educational environment.

Narrate a past experience where you played a significant role in creating an IEP. Focus on your collaborative efforts with families and educators, and the positive outcomes achieved for the student.

Discuss your systematic approach to case management, including assessment, planning, advocacy, and monitoring progress, while ensuring compliance with ethical standards and policies.

Emphasize your commitment to professional development by showcasing the resources, training, or continuing education courses you participate in to stay informed on changing laws and regulations.

Illustrate your problem-solving skills by discussing a specific challenging case, outlining your assessment, interventions used, and the outcome. Highlight what you learned from that experience.

Articulate the importance of cultural competence in understanding diverse student backgrounds and addressing their unique challenges. Share how you have demonstrated cultural sensitivity in your practice.

Express the metrics or indicators you use to evaluate the effectiveness of your interventions, such as student feedback, behavioral changes, or academic performance improvements.

Convey your passion for working with children and your alignment with the school’s mission or values. Share what motivates you to be part of an educational setting and your commitment to student success.