School Based Mental Health Therapist

Brighter,Stronger Foundation is a leading behavioral health and autism service provider offering outpatient and community services across Maryland. We are committed to innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, families, and community partners.

About the role

This full-time position is based in Harford County Public Schools and will be split between Edgewood High School and Deerfield Elementary School. We are looking for mental health therapists to provide quality, individualized treatment to our growing clientele.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality clinical assessment and treatment, interventions, and care based on established best practices and medical necessity guidelines
• Complete diagnostic assessments and develop measurable treatment plans to meet client needs and goals
• Complete diagnostic assessment tools that support and correspond with client’s clinical presentation
• Complete client notes capturing each session and maintain clear, up-to-date records in a HIPAA-compliant EHR
• Provide culturally sensitive, client-centered care and work collaboratively with BSF’s team
• Provide community referral sources as required throughout care and at discharge
• Coordinate care with prescribers, PCPs, or other collaterals when relevant
• Maintain a confidential and professional virtual office space
• Remain in compliance with company policies and procedures and maintain good standing with licensing boards
• Complete all required continuing education requirements for licensure and specializations

Requirements

• Active Maryland license (LGPC/LCPC, LGFT/LCMFT, LMSW/LCSW-C/LCSW)
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Effective communication skills with clients, prescribing partners, and others
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and maintain confidentiality
• Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA Confidentiality and Privacy Policies
• Competent, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical staff
• Demonstrated skill in applying varied interventions with individuals/families in crisis
• Working knowledge of family systems and their impact on mental health
• Ability to provide necessary self-care and maintain professional boundaries
• Awareness of personal strengths and limitations
• Access to high-speed internet
• Energetic and ambitious attitude

Qualifications

• Spanish-speaking preferred (applicants fluent in both English and Spanish are encouraged to apply)

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule (telehealth, in-home, office, or combination)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Pay

Highly competitive compensation options with bi-weekly pay (W2 or 1099 wages available).

Schedule

• Day shift, Monday–Friday (bell schedule requirements apply)
• Customized caseload to match your desired location and expertise

Work Environment

• Direct admin support: dedicated care coordination and admin teams handling referrals, client coordination, benefits verification, billing, and support services
• Access to fully furnished therapy offices in Essex and Harford County, MD, and resource rooms
• Technology and training resources provided
• Free and low-cost training for clinical team members

Physical Demands

• Ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Regular use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Ability to sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to fifty (50) pounds
• On-site work with potential exposure to aggressive behaviors exhibited by clients
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities