Term Therapist I/II, Grade 23/24

Montgomery County Government; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public health is seeking a compassionate Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing critical mental health services to underserved individuals and families, ensuring they have access to the care they need. As a Therapist, you will engage in individual and group therapy, utilizing both in-person and telehealth methods. You will work closely with a diverse team, fostering positive change in the community. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about mental health and want to contribute to the well-being of your community, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field required.
• Licensure in Maryland is mandatory prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, family, and school-based therapy.
• Collaborate with a diverse team and external partners.

Skills

Therapeutic Counseling

Crisis Assessment

Trauma-Informed Care

Substance Use Counseling

Group Therapy

Individual Therapy

Education

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The potential salary range for the Therapist I (Grade 23) role upon hire is $74,507- $94,442.

The potential salary range for the Therapist II (Grade 24) role upon hire is $77,738- $115,958.

The role is a term position and will end on July 1st 2025.

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults, and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

BHCS, Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Services (CABHS) in Silver Spring is currently recruiting for a compassionate, empathetic, and professional term therapist to make a meaningful impact in the lives of underserved individuals and families.

CABHS provides individual and family therapy as well as clinical case management for children, adolescents and families who are uninsured or have Medical Assistance.

• As a therapist at CABHS, you will provide individual, group, family and school-based services to clients who experience barriers to accessing mental health and substance use services.

• Sessions will be conducted in person and via telehealth platforms in the clinic and in school settings.

• You will have knowledge and experience working with individuals with a wide variety of mental health and substance use issues.

• You will also work closely with a passionate and diverse team and collaborate with internal and external partners. Our work is rooted in respect, and we value therapists who are dedicated to fostering positive change.

Therapist I Level:

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related Behavioral science field.

Experience: None

Equivalency: None

License Requirement: One of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, must be held prior to appointment, and maintained by the employee:

• Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW).

• Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC); or

• Licensed Graduate Marriage and Family Therapist (LGMFT).

• Possession and maintenance at all times of a: Valid Class C (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.

Therapist II Level:

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related behavioral science field.

Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience rendering therapeutic counseling, social work, nursing or psychology services, as pertinent to one’s professional licensing.

Equivalency: None.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT: One of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, must be held prior to appointment of, and maintained by the employee:

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC);

• Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapy (LCMFT);

• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC);

• Licensed Certified Social Worker/Clinical (LCSW-C);

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the United States, certified as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland; or

• Licensed Psychologist.

Note: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.

We will use interview preference criteria:

• Demonstrated experience providing individual, family and group therapy.

• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with trauma, substance use, self-injury, crisis/safety assessment.

• Experience working with multiple agencies (i.e., DJS, CWS, MCPS).

• Experience providing therapy off site (school/community/telehealth).

• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practices: Motivational Interviewing, TF-CBT, etc.