Based in Rockville, Maryland and founded in 1950 as a community service organization for individuals with different abilities, TLC has a longstanding reputation of providing high-quality programs and services. We employ over 200 highly qualified individuals in the following fields: special education, audiology, occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychology, social work, vocational rehabilitation, finance, marketing, development, and administrative support.
TLC offers full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. We also offer opportunities for volunteers, internships, and externships. The work culture of TLC is team-based, collaborative, innovative, professional, and supports work-life balance. TLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We conduct all business without regard to race, color, spiritual belief, age, sex, language, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, social-economic status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
TLC is committed to promoting an inclusive culture.
In order to fully accomplish TLC’s mission, we must be aware of and responsive to the needs of all members of the community whom we serve. Our organizational culture will value people of all backgrounds and will foster an environment of respect, transparency, learning, integrity, and honesty. TLC’s commitment to inclusiveness will be evident in our organizational structure, policies, procedures, boards, staff members, volunteers, donors, our organizational goals and vision, and the needs of all community members.
Benefits
- Group Health Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
- 403B Retirement Plan
- Continuing Education
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Generous Paid Leave and Paid Holidays
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Care Coverage
- Group Life Insurance
Job Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers make an extraordinary difference in the lives of the children and adults with different abilities that rely on TLC each year to improve their lives and expand their possibilities in the DC metro region.
TLC is an approved Student Service Learning (SSL) site for Montgomery County Public Schools. We encourage you to get involved today and make a difference in your community through our wide range of programs that utilize volunteers throughout the year for Classroom Aides, Therapy Aides, and support our fundraising events.
Please fill out the Volunteer Application Form and submit to us for review. Feel free to mail, scan and email, or fax the form to us. If you choose email: HR@ttlc.org.
Internships
An internship is an effective way to connect your academic experience with obtaining school credits. It allows you to gain valuable exposure to the workplace, provides the opportunity for skill development, and gives you a competitive edge in the job search.
TLC provides Internship opportunities in the fields of Special Education, Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, and Marketing.
Most of TLC’s Internship/Externship opportunities are unpaid and are solely in place for satisfying practicum credits. Internships are almost exclusively for Master’s/PHD level students.
Externships
The TLC Outpatient Services, the Testing, Tutoring, and Counseling Department (TT&C) is happy to offer externship opportunities at each of the three training levels: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced.
All Application materials are due by January 29, 2027
Please email the supervisor listed below with your CV, cover letter, 2 letters of recommendation, and a deidentified assessment report or deidentified case conceptualization, depending on your training level.
Prospective externs will be contacted for an interview via Zoom.
Assessment Externship
Supervisor: Dr. Sarah Towne, PsyD
Senior Psychologist, TT&C
301-424-5200 x 102
stowne@ttlc.org
The Assessment Externship includes participation in the parent/client intake, administration, scoring, and interpretation of the testing measures, and writing of the integrative reports. Students also participate in providing feedback to the clients and families.
Assessments conducted by our department may include:
- Autism Assessments
- Developmental Evaluations
- Neuropsychological Evaluations
- Psychoeducational Evaluations
- Disability Eligibility Assessments
- Admissions Testing
Externs engage in assessment activities, on average, for 9-10 hours per week, with the goal of assisting with at least 1 to 2 assessments per month.
Students should plan to be onsite between 8:30 and 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Fridays.
Therapy Externship:
Supervisor: Dr. Ji-Young Yoon, PhD
Psychologist, TT&C
301-424-5200 x 223
jyoon@ttlc.org
The Therapy-Focused extern may provide individual, group, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and their families or caregivers.
Clients range in age from 4 years old to adults, and common diagnoses include anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities.
Our department uses play therapy, parent consultations, family therapy, and social skills training. For adolescents and adults, we also offer cognitive-behavioral therapy and talk therapies such as humanistic, interpersonal, and systems-focused approaches.
Externs will plan and engage in therapeutic activities for at least 10 hours weekly with both group and individual clients.
Most clients require after-school sessions, so students should plan to be onsite from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at least 2 days per week. A licensed clinician or counselor will be present whenever students see clients.
Combined Externship:
Supervisor: Dr. Christen Fanelli, PhD
Director, TT&C
310-424-5200 x 226
Cfanelli@ttlc.org
The Advanced Practicum student will participate in a combination of therapy and neuropsychological assessments.
Students will learn to conduct parent/client intakes, choose suitable tests, and enhance interpretation skills through report writing. They will also practice giving clear and helpful feedback to clients and families.
Students will also refine their therapeutic approach while working with diverse clients and needs. Counseling may include play therapy, family sessions, social skills training, or cognitive-behavioral and traditional talk therapies for adolescents and adults.
Student caseloads will be determined based on both student interests and departmental needs. A minimum of 10 direct service hours per week is required.
Schedules vary according to caseload, but students must spend at least two and a half days onsite and include some after-school or evening hours for therapy.