About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: The Childrens Guild DC Public Charter School - Washington, DC 20018Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $64,000.00 - $85,000.00 SalaryTransform Children’s Lives as a School Social Worker with The Children's Guild
Our People Matter — And We Want YOU to Be a Part of the Team
It’s more than a job. It’s a mission we are passionate about. And we hope you are, too. Apply today to be part of our important work, supporting children and families with educational, emotional, mental, community, and tangible resources to find success.
The Children’s Guild provides comprehensive, individualized education and family services to empower children, families, and communities to thrive. Our schools and programs are hiring dedicated special education jobs.
Why Choose The Children's Guild?
Purpose-Driven Work: Directly contribute to transforming children's lives through innovative care and education.
Professional Growth: Benefit from our experienced mentors who provide supervision and support for your licensing requirements in Maryland or Washington D.C.
Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals committed to child-centered care.
Cutting-Edge Practices: Stay at the forefront of occupational therapy in educational settings.
Key Responsibilities
Foster and assist in facilitating the intellectual and social development of our K-12 students and families
Implement best practices in childhood and family engagement
Facilitate social-emotional, child development learning programs
Provide therapeutic interventions for students with special needs
Collaborate with school leaders to support children and families
Document efficiently using electronic health records and school-based platforms
Engage in data-informed, evidence-based practices
QualificationsIdeal Candidates Have
Master’s Degree in Social Work
Certified or eligible for certification in Washington DC at the LISW, or LICSW level
Hold or be eligible for a Social Worker certificate in Maryland and/or Washington DC (Can be applied for post-hire)
Certified or eligible for certification in crisis management.
Certified or eligible for certification in CPR/First Aide
Passion for working with children with diverse abilities
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Benefits of Working for The Children’s Guild:
While working at The Children’s Guild, you not only get to leave work each day knowing you’ve positively impacted a child’s life, but you also get to experience these benefits:
A culture of Transformation Education
Values-focused culture
Opportunity to learn and grow
Cigna health insurance plans and Sun Life dental plans to choose from with company contributions to premiums
Vision insurance
Supplemental health insurance options
Long-term disability insurance coverage option
Employer-paid short-term disability insurance, as well as Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage
A generous leave package, including an annual mental health day
A 403(b)-retirement plan with a discretionary company match
Access to free financial planning advice from a certified financial advisor through Greenspring Advisors
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional development support for continuing education
Working a school schedule with no nights and weekends required
Join us in our mission to transform lives! Apply now to become part of The Children's Guild family in the Greater Baltimore area, Maryland, or Washington DC.
Together, we can create brighter futures for the children who need us most.
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