Therapist I/II, Grade 23/24

Montgomery County (MD); Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County seeks compassionate Therapists I and II to deliver vital mental health services in Silver Spring. The role encompasses individual and family therapy, case management, and collaboration within a diverse team to foster positive community health outcomes. Qualifications include a relevant Master's degree and appropriate licensure for practice in Maryland.

Qualifications

• Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) or equivalent licensure required.
• Experience in therapeutic counseling for Therapist II level is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, family, and school-based services.
• Support underserved individuals and families in mental health needs.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and community partners.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Team Collaboration

Crisis/Safety Assessment

Motivational Interviewing

TF-CBT

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or related Behavioral science

Job description

The potential salary range for the Therapist I (Grade 23) role upon hire is $74,507- $94,4442.The potential salary range for the Therapist II (Grade 24) role upon hire is $77,738- $116,225.

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County islocatedadjacent toWashington, 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 Countycontainsmany major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Servicesis responsible fordelivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children,adultsand 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 aDepartment, 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,empatheticand professionalTherapistto 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 therapistat 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 inrespectand we value therapists who are dedicated to fostering positive change.

For the Therapist I Level:

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with aMaster's Degree in clinicalor counselling(SP)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, andmaintainedby, 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 whenrequiredfor job-related duties.

For the Therapist II Level:

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

Experience: Two (2) years of professional experiencerenderingtherapeutic counseling, social work,nursingor 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, andmaintainedby, 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 Menta Health Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland; or

Licensed Psychologist

Note: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.

Possession and maintenance of: A valid Class C (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence whenrequiredfor job-related duties.

We will useinterview preferencecriteria:

• 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.

• Multilingual Spanish Basic Preferred