Job Details
The Child Unit at Sheppard Pratt Towson hospital is a safe and secure 16-bed inpatient unit specifically designed for males ages 5-11 and females 5-12. Our team treats a variety of behavioral challenges and diagnoses, focusing on crisis stabilization so that the child can transition back into their home community.
What to expect.
You will provide compassionate care to children up to 12 years old, conducting psychosocial assessments, delivering individual and group therapy sessions, and collaborating with treatment teams to ensure the highest quality of care for our patients.
Specific responsibilities will include:
- Providing individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Offering supportive counseling and monitoring progress towards treatment goals.
- Collaborating with treatment team members to communicate patient progress and contribute to treatment planning and aftercare planning processes.
- Participating in family meetings and collaborative care sessions as needed to support holistic patient care.
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 free training, CEU's and Supervision.
- 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.
- Must possess one of the following Maryland licenses at time of hire:
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
- Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C)
- Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC)
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
- 2 years of related experience.
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.