Mental Health Therapist

HopeWorks Counseling Services; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance credentialing support

Administrative support

In-house clinical supervision

Free clinical supervision

Office space included

Professional development stipend

Bi-weekly payments

Job summary

HopeWorks Counseling Services in Columbia, MD seeks a Mental Health Therapist for a full-time or part-time, hybrid position. You will provide individual, family, and group counseling, perform psychosocial assessments, and develop personalized treatment plans for clients.

The role requires an active Maryland clinical license (LCPC, LCSW-C, LMFT or LGPC) and experience with diverse populations in trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctorate degree in psychology, counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy or related field.
• Active clinical license (LCPC, LCSW-C, LMFT or LGPC) in Maryland.
• Experience counseling and family therapy with individuals, couples, and families.
• Knowledge of psychology and mental health to conduct assessments, diagnose, and develop treatment plans.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with proficiency in electronic health records.
• Experience with diverse populations and trauma-informed, culturally sensitive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and coordinate case management.
• Collaborate with providers and community resources.
• Facilitate crisis intervention when needed and participate in clinical team meetings.

Skills

Counseling

Family therapy

Trauma-informed care

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

EHR proficiency

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy

Job description

The Mental Health Therapist is a full-time or part-time , hybrid role based in Columbia, Maryland. This role involves providing individual, family, and group counseling, conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and developing treatment plans tailored to client needs. The counselor will maintain accurate clinical documentation, coordinate case management services, and collaborate with other providers and community resources to support client wellbeing. Responsibilities include facilitating crisis intervention when needed, monitoring client progress, and participating in clinical team meetings, supervision, and ongoing training to ensure high-quality care.

This is a 1099 independent contractor position. As an independent contractor, you will maintain responsibility for managing and remitting your own federal, state, and local taxes.

Qualifications:

• Master's or doctorate degree in psychology, counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy or a related field
• Active clinical license (LCPC, LCSW-C, LMFT or LGPC) in Maryland
• Experienced in providing counseling and family therapy skills to individuals, couples, and family-based interventions.
• Psychology and Mental Health knowledge to conduct assessments, formulate diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills, with proficiency in electronic health records
• Experience working with diverse populations and applying trauma-informed, culturally sensitive practices.

Compensation:

• $46,000 to $110,000 per year (estimated based on caseload) for LCPC, LGPC, LMSW or LCSW-C
• Guaranteed semimonthly fee-for-service pay

Benefits & Perquisites:

• Full Insurance Credentialing Support – HopeWorks manages the entire insurance panel credentialing and enrollment process from start to finish, allowing clinicians to become paneled with insurance companies without incurring any out-of-pocket costs.
• Comprehensive Administrative Support – Our team provides full-service administrative assistance, including scheduling, client communications, billing coordination, insurance verification, and other practice management functions.
• In-House Clinical Support – Clinicians have access to ongoing clinical consultation and support from experienced professionals to assist with case conceptualization, treatment planning, and professional development.
• Free Clinical Supervision – Licensed Graduate Professional Counselors (LGPCs) receive supervision at no cost, helping them meet licensure requirements while receiving high-quality clinical guidance and mentorship.
• Complimentary Office Space – Clinicians are provided access to professional, fully furnished in-person office space at no additional cost, creating a comfortable and confidential setting for client care.
• Training and Professional Development Stipend – Clinicians who maintain a caseload of at least 25 clients per week are eligible to receive a training stipend to support continuing education, professional growth, and specialty certification opportunities.
• Fast and Reliable Bi-Weekly Payments – Clinicians benefit from a consistent and dependable bi-weekly payout schedule, ensuring timely compensation for approved and completed services.