**Overview** Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and their families? The Early Childhood Development and Education Center at Kennedy Krieger Institute is looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join our team! **Why Kennedy Krieger Institute?** At Kennedy Krieger Institute, we stand at the forefront of research and clinical care for children with neurodevelopmental and related disorders. Here, you'll work with experts across multiple disciplines, both at Kennedy Krieger and at neighboring Johns Hopkins Hospital, contribute to groundbreaking research, and make a real difference in the lives of children and families. In addition, Kennedy Krieger Institute offers top-notch employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and childcare subsidies! We also offer rich professional development opportunities and funding to pursue these. **About The Program:** Our Early Childhood Development and Education Center is dedicated to comprehensive, family-centered care for young children experiencing developmental delays, disabilities, or behavioral challenges. We provide a nurturing environment that fosters growth, learning, and social-emotional development. Our interdisciplinary team includes specialists in pediatrics, psychology, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology, all working together to support each child's unique needs. **Program Highlights:** Family-Centered Approach: We involve families in every step of their child’s care to ensure holistic support. - Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside a team of experts from various specialties dedicated to comprehensive child development. - Innovative Therapies: Engage with cutting-edge approaches and therapies designed to maximize each child's potential. - Educational Support: Partner with educational professionals to integrate developmental support within educational settings. - Inclusive Environment: Commitment to creating an inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities. **Responsibilities** + Provide comprehensive mental health services to children and their families as needed or indicated. + Train and provide reflective practice and implement a wide variety of evidence-based care and mental health strategies. + Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and offer counseling. + Facilitate access to community resources and support services. + Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care. + Advocate for children's well-being and educational needs. **Qualifications** + Must possess and maintain a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) license issued by the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Board of Social Work Examiners. + Must possess and maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. **EDUCATION:** + Master’s degree from an accredited school of Social Work required. **EXPERIENCE:** + Minimum of four years of licensed clinical experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults required + Minimum one year in the provision of services to children with developmental disabilities, chronic health problems, of disorders of the brain preferred. + One year of pediatric and or family therapy experience preferred **Benefits** Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and child care subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities. Now offering a New Student Debt Relief Program! EOE/M/F/D/V We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve. **Vacancy ID** _10074_ **Pos. Category** _Social Work_ **Job Location : Street** _7000 Tudsbury Rd_ **\# of Hours** _40.00_ **_Job Locations_** _US-MD-Baltimore_ **Pos. Type** _Regular Full Time_ **Department : Name** _Child & Family Support Services_ Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet