MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR (COUNSELOR)

Maryland; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. Mary’s County Health Department seeks a licensed LCPC to deliver psychosocial treatment and services to children and families in its school-based health centers in Leonardtown, MD.

The role includes comprehensive clinical assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and coordination of care. The ideal candidate will hold Maryland LCPC licensure, demonstrate experience in child/adolescent mental health, and collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and community

Qualifications

• LCPC licensure required by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists.
• Experience in school-based settings is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial treatment and services to children and families in school-based health centers.
• Conduct clinical assessments, treatment planning, and psychotherapy.
• Coordinate care, referrals, and crisis intervention as needed.
• Advocate for clients and collaborate with schools and healthcare providers.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Crisis intervention

Care coordination

Collaboration with schools

Education

LCPC licensure (Maryland)

Job description

GRADE

STD0018

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH St. Mary's County Health Department

21580 Peabody Street

Leonardtown, MD 20650

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position is to provide psychosocial treatment and services to the children and families of the school-based health centers. This work supports the mission of SMCHD in promoting a healthy community by reporting to the overwhelming need for expanded behavior health for children in St. Mary’s County. This position will provide comprehensive professional clinical assessment, referral coordination of care, direct treatment case management, advocacy, crisis intervention and other services to children and families presenting with emotional and behavioral types of problems. This position will also independently perform clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning and psychotherapy consistent with the licensed clinical professional counselor scope of practice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).

Experience: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).

Note: These requirements are established by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. The Department of Budget and Management, Office of Personnel Services and Benefits does not have the authority to accept substitutions or equivalents.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience providing mental health counseling, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, or diagnostic assessment services to children, adolescents, and families.
• Experience coordinating care and collaborating with schools, healthcare providers, or community behavioral health organizations to support client treatment and recovery goals.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.01.05, candidates placed in this classification must be licensed by the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).
2. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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