Sheppard Pratt School in Glyndon is a leading provider of year-round special education and therapeutic services, catering to students grades K-12. Our comprehensive program serves students with a range of needs, including autism, emotional disability, intellectual disabilities, other health impairments, specific learning disability, and speech or language impairment. Nestled on a picturesque 43-acre campus, the school offers a unique educational experience surrounded by nature trails, a greenhouse, and a sensory-friendly playground. Our vibrant atmosphere is immediately evident upon arrival, fostering an energetic and engaging environment where students thrive.
What to expect.
You will play a crucial role in providing clinical mental health support to students with emotional and behavioral issues , including autism. You will support students and their families in overcoming personal and environmental challenges.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Conducting individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address personal and environmental obstacles hindering students’ psychosocial functioning.
- Acting as a vital member of the treatment team by contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluating treatment plans .
- Collaborating with school systems and supporting families in accessing relevant community resources , while coordinating with local social service agencies when necessary.
At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Free clinical supervision to those working towards licensure
- Licensing and certification preparation assistance
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures
- Cross-discipline collaboration
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)
- 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.
WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!
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