School Based Mental Health Therapist

Balance Point Wellness

Towson (MD)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Life insurance

In-house continuing education opportunities

Job summary

A community-based mental health center in Maryland seeks licensed therapists to provide therapy services in Baltimore County schools. The role requires a Master’s or doctorate degree in relevant fields and a Maryland license. Therapists will manage a caseload, complete assessments, and develop treatment plans. Competitive salary between $50,000 and $75,000 annually along with flexible scheduling and extensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

Must be licensed in Maryland to provide mental health treatment.
Psychotherapy experience in a community setting preferred.
Background check required.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned caseload and provide ongoing therapy.
Complete psychosocial assessments.
Develop person-centered treatment plans as needed.

Skills

Licensed in Maryland

Strong time-management skills

Highly organized

Education

Master’s or doctorate in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Job description

Hiring bonus for full-time salaried employees available!

Balance Point Wellness is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Healthcare (ACHC) and operates as a community-based holistic mental health and wellness center. We provide counseling/psychotherapy, psychiatry, adventure therapy, and wellness services to individuals and families in Maryland, operating in Baltimore, Bel Air, Salisbury, and Hunt Valley. We also have a Telehealth division and a school-based program serving Baltimore County and Harford County Schools.

We seek licensed therapists (LMSW, LCSW‑C, LGPC, LCPC, LCMFT, Psychologist, etc.) to provide mental health therapy to children and adolescents in Baltimore County schools.

Compensation options: 10‑month salaried, fee‑for‑service, and 1099 positions. Fee‑for‑service and 1099 positions have no cap on how much you can make.

Job Responsibilities

Manage assigned caseload and provide ongoing therapy
Complete psychosocial assessments
Complete contact notes for completed sessions—documentation is completed in a cloud-based EHR
Develop person-centered treatment plans when necessary

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Master’s or doctorate in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling required
Licensed in Maryland to provide mental health treatment
Psychotherapy experience in a community setting preferred
Background check required
Highly organized and possesses strong time‑management skills

Benefits & Compensation

Balance Point Wellness named one of Baltimore Sun’s Top Workplaces for 3 years
Competitive salary with the ability to earn more as you advance
Benefits package: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, personal day, sick leave, holidays, employer‑paid short‑term disability, life insurance
Assigned clients based on therapist specialization / preferred population
Flexible schedule with an extensive range of client services
Credentialing with insurance companies completed by BPW
Individual and group supervision for LMSWs and LGPCs provided at no cost (full‑time employees up to 5 clinical supervision hours per month)
In‑house CE opportunities and CE reimbursement program
Opportunities for growth within the company
Inclusive environment with an outstanding culture
W2 salaried employees can earn up to 5 weeks of PTO
Hiring bonus available for full‑time W2 employees
High earning potential for fee‑for‑service employees
401(k) matching
Employee assistance program
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off