Social Worker / Counselor - Behavioral Health Services - Part time
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Meritus Health as a Social Worker / Counselor - Behavioral Health Services - Part time in United States. We’re looking for a skilled and compassionate Counselor to join our behavioral health team. In this role, you’ll have the autonomy to provide professional counseling services that truly make a difference in the lives of patients and families.
Key Responsibilities
- will play a key part in helping patients maintain stability, strengthen coping skills, and improve overall functioning.
- provide professional counseling services that truly make a difference in the lives of patients and families.
- conduct comprehensive psychosocial and mental health assessments, establish diagnoses, develop and implement.
- provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Counseling from an accredited institution. Experience
- One year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Licensure/Certification
- Must hold a Maryland graduate‑level counseling or social work license (LMSW, LCSW‑C, LGPC, or LCPC). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of counseling principles, practices, and professional standards.
Benefits & Compensation
- Hourly rate: $45.38/hr.
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Meritus Health as a Social Worker / Counselor - Behavioral Health Services - Part time.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker / Counselor - Behavioral Health Services - Part time at Meritus Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Social Work physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Social Work — Physician Career Context
This Social Work position at Meritus Health is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This position also offers production-based compensation: $45 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Counseling, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health Assessments, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Patient Support, Coping Skills. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.
Core responsibilities: The Counselor will provide professional counseling services, including conducting comprehensive psychosocial and mental health assessments, establishing diagnoses, and developing and implementing treatment plans for patients and families. This role involves offering ongoing support to help individua...
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Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Part Time
Posted
1mo ago
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