Therapist - Frederick (LGPC, LMSW, LCPC, LCSW-C)

Social WorkerFull-Time

Listed compensation

$67K - $75K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Sign on Bonus- $2000 (external candidates only)

Competitive Salary Ranges

  • Therapist I – up to $67,000*
  • Therapist II – up to $74,588*

At Catholic Charities of Baltimore – Villa Maria Behavioral Health Clinic, we are seeking passionate Therapists to join our dedicated team providing trauma-informed care in both clinic and school-based settings.

Here, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a workplace that invests in your growth, supports your well-being, and honors the important work you do.

Why Join Us?

  • Exceptional Training & Support: Free weekly clinical supervision, robust training programs, and free continuing education credits — perfect for both new graduates and experienced clinicians.
  • *Incentives & Bonuses: Competitive base salaries plus a generous incentive program— earn up to an additional $4,000 annually for meeting session requirements, with even more bonuses available for exceeding them.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and lower required sessions allow you to focus on delivering high-quality care — without sacrificing your well-being.
  • Mission-Driven Culture: Join a trauma-informed organization that values compassion, empowerment, healing, and the infinite worth of every person we serve — and of every employee on our team.

Your Role

  • Provide compassionate, high-quality therapy to a diverse caseload.
  • Complete comprehensive intake assessments to develop thoughtful, effective treatment plans.
  • Collaborate with school staff in school-based settings to ensure holistic care.
  • Use a variety of therapeutic modalities including individual, group, family, and play therapy.
  • Be part of a collaborative team where your voice and expertise are valued.

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Education: Master’s degree (Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling) from an accredited institution.

Licensure

  • Therapist I: LMSW or LGPC(Licensed with weekly supervision provided!)
  • Therapist II: LCSW-C or LCPC(Minimum of two years post-graduate experience)
  • Ability to demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and clinical expertise with trauma-informed approaches.

Additional Benefits Include

  • FREE weekly supervision
  • FREE Continuing Education and paid days to attend offsite Continuing

Education

  • $300 reimbursement toward licensure fees
  • Tuition Advancement program
  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary employer contribution

At Catholic Charities, we believe that when you do what you love, you inspire yourself and awaken the hearts of others.

If you’re ready for a rewarding career that combines clinical excellence, ongoing development, and mission-centered work — join us!

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, high-quality therapy to a diverse caseload using various therapeutic modalities. Collaborate with school staff and complete comprehensive intake assessments to develop effective treatment plans.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling from an accredited institution. Candidates must hold appropriate licensure such as LMSW, LGPC, LCSW-C, or LCPC.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical assessmentTreatment planningIndividual therapyGroup therapyFamily therapyCollaborationCrisis interventionCase managementDocumentation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist - Frederick (LGPC, LMSW, LCPC, LCSW-C) at Catholic Charities of Baltimore a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) — ranked against 155 active Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.

Mental Health Therapy — Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 34% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 7.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $67k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 155 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Frederick

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$421k≈ 6.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,182/mo≈ 39% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Catholic Charities of Baltimore

Individual and Family Services
Baltimore, MD
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus
Free Weekly Supervision
Free Continuing Education
$300 Licensure Reimbursement
Tuition Advancement
Paid Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance