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School Based Mental Health Therapist

Backpack Healthcare
Location
Baltimore, MD; Columbia, MD; Salisbury, MD
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Clinical (School Based)
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field
  • Active Maryland license: LCSW-C, LMSW, LCPC, LGPC, LCMFT
  • Minimum 1 year of experience providing therapy to children and adolescents
  • Familiarity with trauma-informed care and school-based systems
  • Commitment to culturally responsive care
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and clinical documentation skills
What the job really is

As a School-Based Mental Health Clinician, you will provide individual, group, and family therapy to students in Maryland schools, utilizing both in-person and telehealth methods. Your responsibilities include conducting intake evaluations, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with school staff and families to support students' mental health needs. This role emphasizes building relationships and providing trauma-informed care while maintaining a flexible schedule.

Benefits
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays & PTO
  • CEU reimbursement
  • Clinical supervision for eligible pre-licensed clinicians
  • Professional growth and advancement opportunities
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid role requires a minimum of 3 in-person school days per week
  • Compensation is fee-for-service, which may affect income stability
  • Monthly bonus potential based on clinical and performance metrics, which may vary
  • Position involves working with underserved youth, which may present unique challenges
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