Located on our historic campus in Towson, Maryland, Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center (RTC) is a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) approved, level V nonpublic school. We offer a year-round therapeutic educational and residential program catering to youths ages 12-18 with severe emotional and behavioral challenges. Our comprehensive program offers structured community and recreational activities alongside full-day special and general education schooling.

What to expect.

You will provide a broad spectrum of professional therapeutic services to adolescents ages 12 to 21. This role involves working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families.

Specific responsibilities include:

Coordinating treatment teams, overseeing the development and execution of treatment plans, and actively tracking progress. Providing individual, family, and group therapy sessions, utilizing a variety of techniques and interventions. Developing and implementing discharge and aftercare plans, guaranteeing smooth transitions for students as they reintegrate into their communities. Ensuring documentation and Individualized Education Programs (IEP) are in accordance with regulatory requirements.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

A commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program. Comprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits. Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling. Complimentary employee assistance program. And more!

What we need from you. 

A Counselor must have one of the following at time of hire:

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

A Social Worker must have one of the following at time of hire, or must submit required documents to apply for licensure within 30 days of accepting the position:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed Certified Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C)

Per MSDE requirements, a social worker filling this position must also provide verification of having completed 3 semester hours or State-approved CPD credits in special education and possess a MSDE Certification as a School Social Worker. 

Sheppard Pratt’s mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work.

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