Mental Health Therapist

Project Chesapeake; Brooklyn Park (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Optional Medical / Vision / Dental

Optional 401(K) with employer match

Employer paid life insurance

Job summary

Project Chesapeake seeks a highly motivated Mental Health Therapist for our outpatient program in Maryland. The role focuses on maintaining a mental health caseload, completing assessments and treatment plans, and documenting care under supervision.

A multidisciplinary team approach supports ongoing client progress and licensure requirements. The position offers full-time hours, competitive compensation, and licensing-based negotiation.

Qualifications

• Active LMSW, LGPC, LCSW-C or LCPC license in Maryland.
• Experience using an EMR system.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with DHMH / CARF requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a mental health caseload.
• Complete assessments, treatment plans, individual notes, group notes, and other clinical documentation under supervision.
• Participate in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high-quality client care and treatment.
• Attend trainings and maintain licensure requirements.

Skills

Caseload management

Documentation

Communication

EMR experience

Team collaboration

Education

Active Maryland license: LMSW/LGPC/LCSW-C/LCPC

Tools

EMR

Job description

Project Chesapeake provides quality addiction treatment, behavioral health therapy, & treatment for individuals with a dual diagnosis. We are seeking a highly motivated, reliable, licensed & experienced Mental Health Therapist to join our team in an Outpatient setting! Our mission is to provide an opportunity for individuals to learn how to live a positive, sober lifestyle while empowering them to make changes that will lead to successful, independent living.

Hours:

• Full time
• Monday - Thursday from 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Friday from 9:00am - 3:0pm

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain a mental health caseload.
• Complete assessments, treatment plans, individual notes, group notes, & other clinical documentation under the supervision of an LCSW-C.
• Take part in a multi-disciplinary team to maintain excellent client care & treatment.
• Attain occasional trainings & maintain licensure requirements.

Qualifications include:

• Active LMSW, LGPC, LCSW-C or LCPC license in the State of Maryland.
• Computer literate & experience working in an EMR (Electronic Medical Records) system.
• Possess sound judgement, professionalism, & compassion for client care.
• Excellent documentation & communication skills.
• Familiarity with DHMH / CARF requirements.

Benefits:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Optional Medical / Vision / Dental insurance
• Optional 401(K) with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Additional benefits to be discussed during interview process

Salary:

• $62,500/yr. - $72,000/yr.
• Negotiable based upon level of license