Pediatric Behavioral Health Therapist

Annapolis Pediatrics; Crofton (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Annapolis Pediatrics as a therapist in Crofton, Maryland, serving ages 5-22 with mental health concerns. Develop treatment plans and conduct assessments in a collaborative healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate should have a Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling, along with Maryland licensure. Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work offer flexibility, including potential virtual options based on patient needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of pediatric therapy experience preferred.
• Current unencumbered license to practice in Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments of behavioral health needs.
• Conduct therapeutic interventions with children and families.
• Work collaboratively with pediatric providers for holistic patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care.
• Assess treatment needs and coordinate transfers as needed.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Communication skills

Knowledge of EHR systems

Collaboration with healthcare providers

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling

Current Maryland license as LCPC, LCMFT, or LCSW-C

Job description

For over 70 years Annapolis Pediatrics, a division of Trusted Doctors, has provided superior healthcare to the infants, children, adolescents, and young adults in the Annapolis area and surrounding communities. The Maryland practice has grown to over 35 physicians and nurse practitioners in Anne Arundel County and Queens Anne County (Kent Island). We commonly care for children of former patients and are proud of the outstanding level of continuity of care Annapolis Pediatrics provides. With some of our families, we have cared for three generations!

About Integrated Behavioral Health care at Annapolis Pediatrics

The Integrated Behavioral Health Service at Annapolis Pediatrics is a collaborative,

patient-centered model integrating mental health expertise into pediatric primary care.

Within this framework, our therapists are embedded in our primary-care sites to participate in direct patient care and interdisciplinary consultations to serve a diverse patient population. This role is supported by a team of patient care coordinators to help facilitate linkage to care, as needed, in the community.

Role

Annapolis Pediatrics is seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist to join our integrated Behavioral Health team in Crofton, Maryland. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and adolescents ages 5-22, providing mental health services in a collaborative healthcare setting. This role involves addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, general behavioral issues, and ADHD. This candidate will work closely with referring pediatric providers in our practice to ensure comprehensive care for our young patients. Full‑time or part‑time opportunities are available, and virtual options may be available, as dictated by patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments of behavioral health needs and develop individualized treatment plans, which may include providing appropriate external resources based on level of care.
• Utilizing best practices and evidence‑based practices, conduct therapeutic interventions with children, parents, and families.
• Work collaboratively with pediatric primary care providers at Annapolis Pediatrics to ensure a holistic approach to patient well‑being.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care, including progress notes and treatment plan.
• Assesses for level of treatment need and coordinates transfer to higher level of care as appropriate
• Independently provide individualized short‑term, long‑term, and transitional level mental health therapy via individual and family sessions for clients and families as outlined in treatment plans

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field required
• Current unencumbered license to practice in the State of Maryland with licensure as an LCPC, LCMFT, or LCSW‑C. LGPC licensure will also be considered (LCPC approved supervisor will be available on staff)
• A minimum of 2 years of pediatric therapy experience preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good knowledge of computer systems and applications including electronic health record (EHR / EMR) usage
• Willingness to work 1-2 evenings per week as part of a 4‑day work week