PART-TIME THERAPIST LCSW / LMSW

Medicalincs LLC; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation reimbursement

Professional development

Flexible scheduling

Remote work opportunities

Job summary

Medicalincs LLC is seeking a compassionate Therapist to support the emotional health of children and adolescents in school and community settings. You will provide individual and group services in-person and remotely, and collaborate with families, educators, and other professionals.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, is licensed as a school therapist, and brings experience with evidence-based interventions such as CBT and MATCH-ADTC.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Licensed or certified as a school therapist in the state of employment.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings.
• Strong knowledge of child development and evidence-based therapies.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic services to children and adolescents in-person and remotely.
• Develop and implement personalized intervention plans.
• Conduct assessments to identify emotional and behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with caregivers, educators, and other professionals.
• Deliver workshops and training on mental health issues.
• Maintain confidential records of sessions and progress.
• Advocate for students' mental health needs within the community.
• Develop preventive programs to promote mental health awareness.

Skills

Counseling & therapy

Crisis intervention

Collaboration with families & schools

Bilingual Spanish

Empathy & communication

Ethical and confidential practice

Technology for record-keeping

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling / Psychology / Social Work

Tools

PSC-17

PSC-35

GAD-7

PHQ-9

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Therapist to join our team. This vital role focuses on supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of children and adolescents, helping them navigate academic pressures, social dynamics, and personal challenges. The therapist will play a key part in fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where children and adolescents can thrive both emotionally and academically.

Responsibilities

1. Provide therapeutic services to children and adolescents in both in-person and remote settings, both individually and in groups
2. Develop and implement personalized intervention plans
3. Conduct assessments to identify emotional and behavioral needs
4. Collaborate with caregivers, educators, and other professionals as needed
5. Develop and implement personalized intervention plans using evidence-based practices such as MATCH-ADTC, SBIRT, The Student Checkup, Botvin, and CBT
6. Conduct assessments and monitor progress using validated tools including PSC-17, PSC-35, GAD-7, and PHQ-9.
7. Offer workshops and training sessions for clients and patients on mental health issues
8. Maintain accurate and confidential records of patient sessions and progress
9. Advocate for patients' mental health needs within the community
10. Develop and implement preventive programs and activities to promote mental health awareness

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s degree in counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
• Licensed or certified as a school therapist in the state of employment
• Experience working with children and adolescents in an educational setting
• Strong knowledge of child development and evidence-based therapeutic interventions
• Proficiency in crisis intervention and conflict resolution techniques
• Bilingual abilities are an asset (Spanish)
• Familiarity with special education laws and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in using counseling and educational assessment tools
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a school or clinical setting
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement effective intervention plansKnowledge of ethical guidelines and confidentiality laws pertaining to student mental health
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Commitment to continuous professional development and learning
• Ability to use technology effectively for record-keeping and communication
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to support students' well-being.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Transportation reimbursement for work-related travel
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Flexible scheduling options, including remote work opportunities

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Medicalincs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran, military discharge status, criminal records that have been sealed or expunged, arrest records not resulting in conviction or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and/or local law.