Mental Health Therapist - Full Time - Park Heights

About the role

Gaudenzia is one of the largest nonprofit providers of treatment to people with substance use and co-occurring disorders in the nation, operating in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. The organization’s caring, compassionate team is on a mission to save thousands of lives each year and bring hope to people devastated by substance use disorder, helping individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive. Gaudenzia’s mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. The agency is proud to be an employer of choice and a treatment provider of choice in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field, working hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and diagnose clients who have a mental health disorder or are dually‑diagnosed.
• Schedule or assist with the scheduling of clinical and/or support staff to ensure adequate coverage during all shifts.
• Continue special training in areas designated by the supervisor.
• Keep records such as bio‑psycho‑history & assessments, evaluations, and keep client case records current according to established guidelines.
• Be a role model for pro‑social behaviors.
• Be available for weekend and/or evening duty.
• Be responsible for a full client caseload and act as a lead counselor.
• Support and demonstrate adherence to Gaudenzia’s Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, and all personnel policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for re‑entry residents or others needing advanced care.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and appropriate professional certificates and credentials.
• Be responsible for orientation of new staff members when the supervisor is not available.
• Moderate special groups such as marathons, extended groups, family meetings, workshops, or presentations.
• Perform all other duties as described in the Unit Unique Job Description or as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and independent license to practice (e.g., Maryland board‑approved LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LGADC, LGPC, LCADC, LCPC, or LMSW with ability to obtain outside supervision).
• At least 5 years’ experience working in an outpatient or acute care Behavioral Health treatment setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of working with Criminal Justice‑involved and/or homeless populations.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfort engaging in honest, caring, and sometimes difficult conversations.
• Treat others with dignity, compassion, and respect, even in challenging moments.

Pay

Compensation range of $75,000–$87,000 (based on experience and credentials).

Schedule

Availability for weekend and/or evening duty as required.