Mental Health Therapist - Full Time - Glen Burnie

COMPENSATION RANGE OF $75-87k FOR OUR LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST
POSITION!! (Based upon experience and credentials)

We need hope-bringers and changemakers — because the work we all do matters. If
you’re passionate about making an impact with your time and being someone’s
light in the darkness, we want you on our team.

Come Join Us to Do Mission-Based, Meaningful Work

Who We Are

Gaudenzia is one of the largest nonprofit providers of treatment to people with
substance use and co-occurring disorders in the nation. We operate in
Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D. C.  

Our caring, compassionate team is on a mission to save thousands of lives each
year and bring hope to people devastated by substance use disorder. Together, we
help individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive in the face of one
of the most devastating public health crises of our time.

As our organization grows and evolves to meet the needs of our clients and
communities, we’re seeking passionate, empathic individuals to help us make an
impact. With your help, we can turn the tide on substance use disorder.    

Who We’re Looking For

A successful Mental Health Therapist enjoys working with people from diverse
backgrounds and doesn’t shy away from honest and caring — yet sometimes
difficult — conversations. This position is for you if you’re able to treat
others with dignity, compassion, and respect, even in life’s most challenging
moments.

What You'll Do at Gaudenzia

1. To evaluate, treat, and diagnose clients who have a mental health disorder
or dually-diagnosed
2. Schedule or assist with the scheduling of clinical and/or support staff to
ensure adequate coverage during all shifts.
3. Continue special training in areas designated by the Supervisor.
4. Keep records such as bio-psycho-history & assessments, evaluations and keep
client case records current according to the established guidelines.
5. Be a role model for pro-social behaviors.
6. Be available for weekend and/or evening duty.
7. Be responsible for a full client caseload and act as a lead counselor.
8. Support and demonstrate adherence to Gaudenzia’s Code of Ethics, Code of
Conduct and all personnel policies and procedures.
9. Be responsible for re-entry residents or others needing advanced care.
10. Maintain a valid driver’s license and appropriate professional certificates
and credentials.
11. Be responsible for orientation of new staff members when the Supervisor is
not available.
12. Moderate special groups such as marathons, extended groups, family
meetings, workshops or presentations.
13. All other duties as described in the Unit Unique Job Description or as
assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications for This Role

* This position requires that candidates must possess a Master’s Degree and
independent license to practice such as a Maryland board approved LCSW, LPC,
LMFT, LGADC, LGPC, LCADC, LCPC and/ or LMSW with candidates being able to
have their own supervision provided outside of our agency.
* At least 5 years' experience working in an outpatient or acute care
Behavioral Health treatment setting. Demonstrated knowledge of working with
Criminal Justice involved and/or homeless populations. 

Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by
providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use
disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions,
regardless of individual circumstances. 
Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice -- and a treatment provider of
choice -- in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We
work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and
clients always feel safe and welcome.

Come work with us!

Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment. We believe in
fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with
respect. Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness,
transparency, and merit. All employment decisions are based on job-related
qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and
values. We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional
backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity
for all applicants without preference or discrimination. Our process uses
consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making.
By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every
stage—from job posting to onboarding—we build a workforce defined by excellence,
professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose. Gaudenzia is dedicated to
the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including
but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion,
rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms,
conditions, and privileges of employment.