School Therapist - $3000.00 Sign-On Bonus Available

CounselorFull-Time

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Job Description

$3000.00 Sign-On Bonus available

Responsible for providing individual, group and family therapy to youth and their families, as needed. In certain cases, based on the special needs of the children served, position may be gender specific. This position is primarily focusing with students with autism.

Experience conducting and writing Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and providing training and support to staff on behavioral strategies is preferred, but not required. Candidates with varying levels of experience in these areas are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on their overall qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Preference will be given to candidates holding an LCPC license.

Benefits Include

  • Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options, including HSA match for qualifying contributions.
  • Parental Paid Leave
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and holiday pay.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • Tuition reimbursement available.
  • Company sponsored learning and development

Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

  • Provides consultation, instruction and direction to other staff, clients and referral agencies.
  • Interviews clients to assess functioning to develop initial needs and individual treatment plan. Develops treatment recommendations.
  • Assists in the development of the treatment plan that meets client’s needs and complements services provided by other treatment team members.
  • For school programs, participate in the development of all treatment goals, objectives, interventions, approaches, etc., as it relates to the IEP.
  • Utilizes Arrow endorsed trauma informed clinical modalities and evidence based practices for all client and family therapeutic interventions and sessions
  • Provides direct clinical services to include but not limited to individual, group and family therapy.
  • Completes written documentation of ongoing treatment of children and progress through discharge by deadlines set by regulatory agencies, State requirements, or Arrow policy.
  • Assists in the development of discharge and aftercare plans.
  • For foster care programs, may conduct home studies for prospective foster families
  • Participates in in-service training of Direct Care Staff.
  • Provide crisis intervention.
  • Review client files on a quarterly basis to access service plan implementation, progress towards desired outcomes, and future appropriateness of service plan.
  • May provide after hours “On-Call” coverage for direct services, on a rotating basis. The service is provided during hours when the offices are closed.
  • Functions as a treatment team member and attending all team conferences and meetings.
  • Perform all duties within contract, state and federal regulations, Arrow policy, and accreditation standards.
  • May be required to drive ACFM vehicles, be insurable with our auto insurance provider, and complete Arrow’s vehicle training.

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Qualifications

The Therapist must possess a master’s degree in a human services field and be licensed to provide therapy in the State. Experience working with children, families, or with a focus on students with autism preferred.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Individual therapyGroup therapyTreatment planningClinical documentationAutism supportIEP developmentCase management

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 22% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks36 jobs

401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
56%
Sign-on bonus
22% this job
Loan repayment
19%
PSLF eligible
6%

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Work-life snapshot

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Living in Riverside

Median resident rent
$1,898/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance
HSA match
Parental Paid Leave
Retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Mileage reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Company sponsored learning and development