Therapist - Residential Unit (11582)

Baltimore Crisis Response, INC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

CarePoint Response is seeking a Residential Therapist (Part Time) to provide crisis intervention, behavioral stabilization, and short-term counseling on-site at Baltimore, MD. The role requires a Master''s degree and Maryland licensure readiness, with collaboration across nurses, peer specialists, and community partners.

You will assess clients in crisis, develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate with hospitals and community services, and participate in the Law Enforcement Assisted

Qualifications

• Master''s in Clinical Psychology (MA/MS), Required, OR master’s in social work (MSW), Required.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis and behavior stabilization services for clients with varied behavioral health needs.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments for individuals in crisis or with high acuity symptoms.
• Develop person-centered treatment plans with goals and supports in collaboration with the client and team.
• Coordinate with hospitals and community partners for direct admission to residential units and assessments.
• Collaborate with the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program for targeted evaluation and treatment.
• Refer individuals to outpatient facilities and continuation of care after discharge.
• Provide short-term, evidence-based counseling for individuals and groups.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support care coordination.
• Occasional travel to off-site meetings or events as needed.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Behavioral Stabilization

Treatment Planning

Education

Master''s in Clinical Psychology (MA/MS) or MSW

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHR/EMR systems

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: Main Campus - Baltimore, MD 21229Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 10%Job Shift: DaytimeJob Category: Counselors and TherapistsResidential Therapist – Part Time

About Us

CarePoint Response is a nationally recognized nonprofit and Baltimore’s only comprehensive crisis response system. Since 1992, we’ve been at the forefront of behavioral health crisis care — providing timely, community-based services for individuals and families experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Residential Therapist to join our team at Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. In this role, you’ll provide crisis intervention, behavioral stabilization, and short-term counseling to individuals experiencing mental health or substance use challenges.

You’ll conduct assessments, develop person-centered treatment plans, and collaborate with nurses, peer specialists, and community partners to ensure coordinated, continuous care. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals find stability and support in times of crisis.

What You’ll Do

• Provide a full range of crisis and behavior stabilization services supporting clients with a variety of behavioral health needs.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments for individuals in crisis and/or who are experiencing high acuity behavioral health symptoms.
• In collaboration with the individual receiving care, peer recovery specialist, nurse, and other professional team members, develop a person-centered treatment plan with sustainable goals, realistic strategies, with identified supports and intervention(s).
• Coordinate with system partners such as hospitals and other community organizations for direct admission to residential units and necessary assessments / evaluations.
• Collaborate with team members to support assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, and outpatient counseling activities for the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program.
• Using established mechanisms / processes, refer individuals to outpatient facilities and for support services and continuation of care following discharge in collaboration with unit case management.
• Provide short-term limited, evidence-based counseling for both individual and group settings.
• Coordinate and act as a liaison as assigned and appropriate for internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate adherence to company policies and expectations and behavioral competencies, both explicit and implicit.
• Occasional travel to off-site meetings or other engagements possible
• All tasks, projects, and/or duties as assigned and authorized, as determined by Direct Supervisor (or designated delegate) to be congruent with the role.

QualificationsQualifications

• Master's in Clinical Psychology (MA or MS), Required, OR master’s in social work (MSW), Required

Additional

• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license, Required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Products, Required
• Proficiency and familiarity with EHR/EMR systems, Preferred

Credentials

• Current LMSW, LGPC, LCPC or LCSW-C licensure in Maryland, Required
• Current BLS Certification, and/or LCADC preferred
• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in crisis response and mental health services.

Why Join CarePoint Response

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Generous PTO – Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Support.
• Be part of an innovative, impact-driven team shaping the future of crisis care.

Make a Difference. Lead with Compassion.

This is more than a leadership role — it’s a chance to help individuals and families find stability in their most vulnerable moments.