Counselor/Therapist

Position: Counselor/Therapist

Department: Behavioral Health Services Division

Program: Outpatient Mental Health Clinic

Reports To: Clinical Director/Executive Director

Hours Per Week: Flexible

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 (contingent upon experience)

Are you a licensed professional looking to make a difference in the field of mental health? Join our dynamic team at the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic within the Behavioral Health Services Division!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide Individual and Family Therapy.
  
• Prepare all required paperwork during the agreement period.
  
• Outline and coordinate client treatment plans.
  
• Participate in Treatment Team Planning and Meetings.
  
• Ensure timely submission of documentation regarding client and/or family contacts.
  
• Complete required training and maintain contractor HR file with current documentation.
  

Job Expectations:

• Respond to emails, calls, and messages within 1 business day.
  
• Provide services at client-preferred locations.
  
• Use FSW for interpreting sessions, avoiding the use of client/family members or phone apps.
  
• Accommodate evening sessions.
  
• Ensure clinically appropriate client visit frequencies (weekly, bi-weekly, bi-monthly, or monthly).
  
• Encourage and document yearly Psychiatric Evaluations for clients.
  
• Discharge clients following outreach attempts and request management approval after 30 days of inactivity.
  
• Comply with Key Performance Indicators including timely clinical documentation, productivity, meeting attendance, community outreach hours, research and development/social justice initiatives, committee participation, and timely HR documentation.
  
• Attend mandatory agency trainings and individual supervision as required.
  
• Participate in semi-annual Performance Evaluations.
  

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 based on experience.
  
• Flexible working hours.
  
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  

If you are committed to providing high-quality mental health services and meet the qualification criteria, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team.

How to Apply:

Submit your resume, licensing credentials, and a cover letter to conact@directhire.net. For more information, visit our website at directhire.net.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families in our community!

Qualifications:

• Licensed in the state of Maryland as LGSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, or LPC.
  
• Degree in behavioral or social science, or related disciplines.
  
• Submit copies of licensing credentials.
  
• Successfully complete a criminal background check, TB test, and pre-employment medical examination.