Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist, 5k Sign on Bonus

University of Maryland Medical System; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking team of behavioral health professionals dedicated to making a difference in the community. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive, trauma-informed environment. As a Behavioral Health Clinician, you will perform essential assessments, collaborate with healthcare teams, and provide therapy to diverse populations. With a strong leadership team backing you, this role promises professional growth and the chance to impact lives positively. If you are passionate about mental health and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

5k Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Human Services required.
• Minimum of one year experience in acute psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy.

Skills

Psychosocial Assessments

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Discharge Planning

Service Coordination

Effective Communication

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Education

Master’s Degree in Human Services

Job description

Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist, 5k Sign-on Bonus

• Full-time
• Shift: Day
• Position Type: Exempt

This is an incredible opportunity to join an innovative, trauma-informed team of behavioral health professionals in an outpatient setting where you can be part of the solution in helping individuals in our community live their best lives.

Providing a vast continuum of behavioral health care, including outpatient, primary care office, intensive outpatient, inpatient psychiatry, crisis center, and the emergency department, you will be able to thrive and grow professionally with our strong leadership team.

Behavioral Health Clinician I’s act as an extension of the psychiatric provider. Working collaboratively with the behavioral health team, medical team, and community stakeholders, the BHC is responsible for completing psychosocial assessments, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and crisis de-escalation. They work independently to apply knowledge of diagnostic criteria to evaluate and recommend appropriate levels of care for behavioral health patients.

One goal of all services facilitated by the BHC is to provide psychiatric providers with necessary information to finalize dispositions, as relevant to patient needs. BHC II’s work with diverse populations, age groups, and diagnoses. They serve as primary educators on mental health topics to patients and/or families. They facilitate patient-centered, trauma-informed brief individual, family, and group therapy within the outpatient setting, when indicated. They initiate coordination of discharge and aftercare services as needed.

Education & Training: Master’s Degree in Human Services (e.g., Social Work, Professional Counseling) required. Licensure as an LMSW or LGPC in Maryland is required.

Work Orientation & Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience working with individuals with acute and chronic mental illness in an acute psychiatric setting required.

Skills & Abilities: Demonstrate knowledge and skills in behavioral health clinical practice, including psychosocial assessments, trauma-informed therapy, discharge planning, service coordination, and knowledge of regulations and insurance. Effective critical thinking, communication, time management, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, assess and respond to crises, make independent decisions, and adapt hours as needed.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $30.26 - $42.37

Other Compensation: $5k Sign-on Bonus

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