School Therapist at Nexus Family Healing

Baltimore, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

77000.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Therapeutic Services, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, IEP Goals, Collaboration, Communication, Documentation, Education, Crisis Management, Professionalism, Confidentiality, Assessment, Teamwork, Flexibility, Integrity, Diversity

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Nexus Family Healing-Woodbourne Campus is looking to hire a School Therapist. Woodbourne Campus is located on a historic site in the heart of Baltimore, Maryland, that has been helping kids in need for over 200 years, originally as an orphanage in the early 1800s. In 2012, Nexus Family Healing affiliated with location, bringing our innovative trauma-informed practices to the youth of Baltimore. Nexus-Woodbourne is seeking a School Therapist that will play a vital role in helping students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. This position offers the opportunity to deliver and document meaningful therapeutic services aligned with each student’s IEP goals while collaborating closely with dedicated educators and support teams. Join a mission-driven environment where your expertise directly shapes student success and strengthens positive educational outcomes. At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity. Schedule/Location/Pay: Salary Range - $70,000 - $77,000 - Based on Experience & Certification Full Time - On-site opportunity (1301 Woodbourne Ave Baltimore MD) Nexus’ Comprehensive Benefits Include: Eight Days of PTO in First Year of employment. Seven Paid Holidays Spring, Summer, Winter Breaks Multiple options for health insurance coverage No-cost life insurance Short/long-term disability insurance 401k match NEW – Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family NEW – Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit Tuition assistance and training opportunities Advancement pathways and internal promotion And much more! Position Summary: Provide and document therapeutic services to students according to the goals and objectives identified in each student’s Individualized Education Plan. Primary responsibilities: Provide therapeutic services according to the goals and objectives identified in each student’s Individualized Education Plan. Render individual, group, and other services as identified based on the minimum weekly amount required by the IEP. Plan and conduct group sessions with students to meet IEP goals. Complete additional classroom observations reports for Related Service Counseling to justify need for special education students. 2. Provide education and assistance to Woodbourne School staff and other departments regarding school therapeutic services and educational outcomes. Educate School staff and treatment team members in the understanding of the student’s educational needs. Regularly assess the student’s educational progress with the student, the student’s family and LEA, and the clinical treatment team; communicate respectfully and professionally with students and family at all times. Actively participate in IEP meetings and case conferences as needed; collaborate effectively with Nexus team to problem solve and toward and achieve shared goals and outcomes. Be available on-call for consultation/treatment direction and/or decisions when appropriate. Develop healthy working relationships with coworkers, employees and youth and families; demonstrate a high degree of conduct, integrity and professionalism while maintaining appropriate boundaries. 3. Communicate with legal systems, schools and social service agencies and provide court testimony when necessary. 4. Ensure compliance with governing agency and Nexus reporting requirements. Complete and compile documentation required by Nexus and governing agencies. Maintain the educational record according to site policy. Produce informal and formal reports for parents, social workers, courts, etc. Review documentation from group living and classroom. Participate in follow-up data. 5. Prepare and maintain records and reports for programs and services as required. Maintain accurate database and files of former and current students in special education in accordance with federal and MSDE regulations. Follow procedures for safe storing and integrity of all confidential student records, ensuring that student record keeping procedures comply with state and federal law. 6. Attend and participate in staff meetings and remain current on all required training sessions. Attend relevant conferences for continued education. Understand and support the Nexus philosophy and treatment modalities 7. Understand, remain current and apply Nexus policies and procedures. 8. Ensure confidentiality regarding students in compliance with all licensing agencies, MSDE, company policy, Joint Commission, and HIPAA guidelines. 9. Assist with other job-related duties, as assigned. Required Education and Licensure: 2+ years’ experience working with youth and/or families Master’s degree in social work, psychology or clinically related field and license to provide therapy or counseling in the State of Maryland required. Maintain First Aid/CPR/Infection Control/Blood Bourne Pathogen/Safe Crisis Management required. Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements Preferred Education and Experience: 3+ years’ experience working with youth and/or families ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies: Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches. Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern. Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly. Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate. Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions will be focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith. Keywords: "School Therapist", "Maryland Licensed Social Worker", "Middle School Therapist", "High School Therapist", "#LI-Onsite"

Responsibilities

Provide and document therapeutic services to students according to their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals. Collaborate with educators and support teams to enhance students' emotional, social, and academic success.