YMCA YFS Mental Health Therapist

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

Position: Mental Health Therapist Salary: $75,000

YMCA Youth & Family Services is seeking a dynamic self-motivated clinician to join our mission to promote strong kids, strong families and strong communities. You will become part of a highly skilled team of professionals making a difference working with youths and families in the community to remove barriers to mental health treatment.

About the Job

The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) is responsible for providing therapeutic intervention to individual youth, families and groups. This is a 12-month, school-based position working within Montgomery County Public Schools serving elementary, middle or high school aged youth.

Our clinicians work closely with educators, guidance counselors, school social workers and community providers, as well as other YMCA staff, to provide optimal care and treatment for the youth and families. The MHT works within a team of providers to support our families.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct clinical evaluation, bio-psycho-social assessments, diagnostic impressions/diagnoses and treatment planning

• Provide individual, family and group counseling to a caseload of 19-21
• Provide crisis intervention as needed to youth
• Lead or co-lead psycho-educational, developmental and therapy groups (child, teen and parent)
• Provide classroom observations when indicated
• Consult with parents, school staff, and medical providers regarding child’s progress
• Attend school and parent meetings as needed (IEP, 504, EMT/ARD/suspension, etc.)

Offer Appropriate Assistance During Crises

Support the YMCA Cause of strengthening community through participation in Y sponsored events, trainings, and meetings throughout the region

Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or marriage and family therapy
• Current Maryland licensure as LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, LGMFT, LCMFT or Psych Associate

Knowledge of evidence-based models of treatment (i. e. CBT, DBT, Child Centered Play Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, etc.)

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Working Conditions

• MHTs work on site in MCPS school building as12-month employees
• MHT must have the ability to drive between sites as needed (mileage reimbursed) and access to a vehicle

MHTs must work when school is in session, but also have flexibility to accommodate parent schedules for family therapy, consultation etc. during evenings or other hours when needed

We Offer the Following Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Benefits (health, vision, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance)
• Free YMCA full membership for employee and family
• Liability Insurance paid by employer
• Continuing Education (CEUs) paid by employer
• Weekly supervision for licensure paid by employer
• Manageable caseload (19-21)
• Regular clinical and team meetings for collaboration and support

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer and values a range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We strive to be a welcoming organization where all staff, members, and communities feel respected, supported, and that they belong.