Behavioral Health Clinician

About the role

At Fello, we champion the rights of people with disabilities and invest in what matters most: real opportunities, strong relationships, and inclusive, equitable communities. We partner with people with disabilities to provide support services, develop inclusive housing, and create spaces where people feel genuinely connected—not just accommodated.

Responsibilities

• Partner with people served and their interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, monitor, and revise behavioral support plans.
• Provide mental health counseling as requested, including facilitating group counseling sessions.
• Ensure all behavioral health related services support each person's ability to achieve their own vision for themselves.
• Support the facilitation of MANDT and other behavioral health training.
• Report to the Lead Behavioral Health Clinician and serve the Greater Chesapeake Region, based out of Severn and Easton, MD, with regional travel required.
• Meet the qualifications of a Direct Support Professional (excluding CMT training) and be designated as essential, requiring work during times of emergency.

Requirements

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
• LCPC, LCSW, or LCSW‑C license.
• Three or more years of professional experience providing behavioral supports and mental health counseling to people with disabilities in a community‑based setting.
• Ability to drive (valid driver’s license).

Qualifications

• Deep understanding and passion for person‑centered planning and self‑direction for people with disabilities.
• Ability to work autonomously in ambiguous situations with little direction, taking initiative to solve problems.
• Flexibility, calm under pressure, and adaptability when working across cultural, geographic, and programmatic lines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills for managing positive communication in difficult situations and providing candid, constructive feedback.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of outcome systems.

Benefits

• Award‑winning total rewards (benefits) package.
• Paid professional development opportunities.

Schedule

• Full‑time position.
• Typical work schedule Monday through Friday during Fello's office hours.
• Frequent evening and occasional weekend meetings or events.
• Eligible for periodic telework.