Mental Health Counselor - Seventh District Elementary School

About the role

This W-2 fee for service Mental Health Counselor position includes responsibilities that span across the following affiliated organization, all under shared leadership: FOCUS # 1 Community Wellness Outpatient Mental Health Center, LLC.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site individual and group counseling services to elementary school students during school hours
• Conduct initial mental health screenings and assessments for referred students
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system, in alignment with Medicaid, COMAR, and organizational guidelines
• Collaborate with school staff, student support teams, and families to develop effective behavioral and mental health strategies
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning support as needed
• Aid in referrals to internal and external providers, including psychiatric services, case management, and community-based supports
• Maintain compliance with professional licensure requirements, ethical standards, and applicable school district and agency policies
• Attend required trainings, CEUs, and supervision sessions to maintain clinical competence and licensure

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Valid Maryland licensure, including one of the following: Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC), Licensed Graduate Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LGADC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW), Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist (LCMFT), Licensed Graduate Marriage & Family Therapist (LGMF), Licensed Psychologist, Registered Psychology Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health (CRNP-PMH), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Mental Health (APRN-PMH), Clinical Nurse Specialist - Psychiatric Mental Health (CNS-PMH)

Skills

• Proven working experience in counseling, including as a nurse, medical, mental health care manager, or a related job
• Excellent knowledge of psychotherapeutic principles, healthcare management, and reimbursement
• Previous experience with psychological aspects of care
• Effective communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with professional and technical emerging knowledge
• Problem-solving skills and ability to multitask
• Compassionate with teamwork skills

Benefits

This position is eligible for standard W-2 employee benefits, including but not limited to those outlined in the Company’s official benefits package. Eligibility and participation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Full details are provided in the current benefits package documentation.

Pay

Ranges between $52,000 per year to $104,000 per year paid on a fee-for-service basis for servicing assigned clients as scheduled. Commensurate based on credentials and experience.

Schedule

Work is primarily performed in a school-based office environment. The position may expose the incumbent to contagious or infectious diseases common in a school setting. The incumbent may encounter dangerous or volatile situations in the course of their duties. Such conditions may pose a risk of bodily injury. Scheduled Duties & Responsibilities Expected to provide services for up to 15 clients, some are seen thrice and some are seen twice a week. If services are rendered timely, there will be a total of approximately 40 sessions a week.