School-Based Mental Health Therapist
Listed compensation
$65k-$80k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Innovative Therapeutic Services (ITS) is seeking compassionate, licensed mental health professionals to join our growing School-Based Mental Health Program serving elementary school students through our partnership with Prince George's County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 school year.
If you're passionate about working with children, value collaboration, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity with a supportive clinical team, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As a member of our School-Based Mental Health team, you will:
Provide individual, family, and group therapy services to elementary students in the school setting, with telehealth services provided when clinically appropriate.
Maintain the required minimum weekly billable service expectation while delivering quality, client-centered care.
Complete psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other clinical documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Develop and update individualized treatment plans in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
Identify additional service needs and coordinate referrals for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychiatric rehabilitation services (PRP), or other community resources when appropriate.
Collaborate with parents, guardians, teachers, school personnel, and multidisciplinary treatment providers to support student success.
Participate in individual supervision, group supervision, clinical staff meetings, and ongoing professional development.
Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with Maryland licensing regulations and organizational policies.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the School-Based Program.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
Active Maryland License in Good Standing
- LMSW
- LCSW-C
- LGPC
- LCPC
Lcmft
- Experience working with children, adolescents, or families preferred.
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
- Ability to successfully complete federal and state background checks.
- Professional liability insurance (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Why Join Innovative Therapeutic Services?
At ITS, we believe that supporting our clinicians is just as important as supporting our clients. We are committed to creating an environment where clinicians can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in their communities.
Eligible Employees Enjoy
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match for salaried employees
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discounts through ADP
- Free continuing education (CEUs) and professional development opportunities
- Individual and group clinical supervision for LMSWs and LGPCs working toward advanced licensure
- Collaborative and supportive leadership team
About Innovative Therapeutic Services
Innovative Therapeutic Services (ITS) is a Maryland-based Outpatient Mental Health Clinic dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Since 2009, our multidisciplinary team has helped individuals overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, behavioral concerns, and other mental health conditions through evidence-based, client-centered care.
Our partnership with Prince George's County Public Schools allows us to expand access to mental health services by meeting students where they spend much of their day at school.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual, family, and group therapy services to elementary students within a school setting, including telehealth when appropriate. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and collaborate with school personnel and families to support student success.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in a behavioral health field and an active Maryland license (LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, or LCMFT). Experience working with children or families is preferred, along with proficiency in EHR systems and strong organizational skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Innovative Therapeutic Services, ranks #6 of 28 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 38% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $65k–$80k | Mental Health Therapy median $73k (middle half $70k–$82k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$69k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Maryland | 218 active | 7,964 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 42% remote · 38% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Maryland Counselor listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $6k) · 10% offer loan repayment395 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,609 in the last 30 days | 1,452 the 30 days before (+80%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −2.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Innovative Therapeutic Services, | #6 of 28 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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