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Thrive Behavioral Health
Catonsville, Maryland · Hybrid

Mental Health Therapist (Hybrid)-Frederick County Public Schools (26811)

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

from $80,000

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Catonsville Office - Catonsville, MD 21228Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Health CareThrive Behavioral Health is currently seeking social workers and professional counselors who possess a Maryland LGPC, LGMFT, LGPAT, LGMFT, LMSW or similar to work with individuals & families.

Full-time employment only (minimum approx. 25-27 sessions/week), in-state/active MD licensure required by start of employment. Most therapy sessions are in-person at Frederick County Public School/s, and/or in the community with some duties conducted virtually.

If you enjoy working in the public schools, there are lots of opportunities! SUMMARY: The therapist at Thrive Behavioral Health is responsible for providing mental health treatment to patients in the outpatient and the off-site program.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, the therapist will perform direct services including individual, family and group therapy, diagnostic evaluations, assessments, consultations and crisis interventions within the scope of the respective individual’s license.

Duties include but are not limited to: Using professional counseling skills, provides therapy to individuals, couples, and families Timely documents sessions Collaborates as necessary with Prescribing Team, Intake Coordinator/s, Front Desk, Clinical Supervisor and others to provide a treatment plan Attends meetings and trainings as required Represents Thrive at school or other engagements as necessary Minimum Requirements: Active, Unrestricted License as an LGPC, LGPAT, LGMFT, LGDAC, LMSW under the Maryland Professional Counseling and/or Social Work Board/s The Position Offers: Pay increases of more than 26% in the past 2.5 years!

Flexible hours & high earning potential. Expected annual income for therapist's conducting 25 (avg.) weekly sessions ranges from $80,000-$110,000 per year (gross).* Benefits include but are not limited to: health, disability, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k plan with a company match, company paid life insurance EAP.

Clinical and administrative supervision provided at no cost. Positive and supportive work environment. Thrive is a rapidly growing company offering a great deal of opportunity for advancement and ability to create/develop professional specialties.

In-house CEUs available and participation in several training initiatives.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: The essential functions of this job include the following physical and intellectual demands: Frequently sit, stand, and or walk Regularly driving a motor vehicle Frequently hearing, seeing and speaking Regularly typing Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with potential for stressful situations Comprehends and performs job duties at a reasonable pace while using attention to detail Concentrates, formulates plans, and makes decisions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The organization cannot control all environments in which a therapist may encounter outside of the Thrive office space, however, staff are encouraged to notify management to determine if there are reasonable options available.

Examples to consider include but are not limited to, temperature/humidity of the site, places to sit while providing therapy, smoking and/or pets in the home, and a private environment to provide therapy. You may be exposed to other allergens.

Due to the nature of the industry, working in the evenings, approximately 7:30-8:00 pm, may be expected. For full job description, please contact HR at recruiting@thrivebh.com.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of industry standards: organization, theory, principles, and research processes, accreditation and regulatory standards, ability to assess clinical care requirements based on psychotherapeutic and human development principles, scope of practice and regulatory standards.

Treatment knowledge: Provides therapeutic treatment to assigned caseload consistent with treatment plans and conducts effective therapy sessions on a regular basis using appropriate modalities. Able to work effectively with the client to implement solutions and model appropriate behaviors.

Professional readiness: Issues related to self-awareness, diversity, ethics and continuing education. Knowledge of PC software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred. Understanding: code of ethics for respective profession and seeks consultation with supervisor when necessary.

Written and oral communication skills; must be able to concentrate on work amid distractions such as noise, conversations and foot traffic. Must be able to work independently with little direct supervision in an unstructured environment with multiple demands.

Reading and writing level that can clearly express or understand complex concepts, assessments, directions and processes or sequences of events-level equivalent to at least four years of college. Ability to represent the program well in interactions both inside and outside the facility 11.

Working knowledge of DSM 5 diagnoses & has the ability to asses and diagnose according to DSM 5 diagnostic criteria.

AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES (CHILDREN, 3-18 YEARS, & ADULT 19 years old and up) Demonstrates the ability to systemically collect, record and analyze data and other relevant interactive social systems, including mental status, special precautions (suicidality, homicidality, elopement); physical problems/medical acuity (withdraw and nutritional needs); and ethical concerns (social, religious, or cultural needs).

Initiates/develops a treatment plan with specific goals and interventions unique to the needs of the patient. As guided by the treatment plans, implements appropriate interventions that promote, maintain, or restore physical and mental health and restores developmental progression in childhood & adulthood.

Recommends special precautions (such as safety planning or crisis intervention) for children & adults, as needed. Evaluates the response of the child/adult/family to interventions in order to revise the plan, including discharge criteria.

Knowledgeable of normative developmental milestones in accordance with chronological age. MINIMUM JOB REQUIRMENTS Education, Training, and Experience Required: 1.

Active, unrestricted and independent to practice in Maryland as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), or Licensed Graduate Marriage and Family Therapist (LGMFT). 2. Prefer CPR/FFA Certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: The essential functions of this job include the following physical and intellectual demands: Frequently sit, stand, and or walk Regularly driving a motor vehicle Frequently hearing, seeing and speaking Regularly typing Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds The ability to work in a fast pace environment with potential for stressful situations Comprehends and performs job duties at a reasonable pace while using attention to detail Concentrates, formulates plans, and makes decisions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The organization cannot control all environments in which a therapist may encounter outside of the Thrive office space, however, staff are encouraged to notify management to determine if there are reasonable options available.

Examples to consider include but are not limited to, temperature/humidity of the site, places to sit while providing therapy, smoking and/or pets in the home, and a private environment to provide therapy. You may be exposed to other allergens.

Due to the nature of the industry, working in the evenings, approximately 7:30-8:00 pm, may be expected EEOC STATEMENT: It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60_1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5 (a), prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides direct mental health treatment services, including individual, family, and group therapy, diagnostic evaluations, and crisis interventions, as part of a multidisciplinary team in outpatient and off-site programs. Duties also involve timely documentation, collaboration on treatment plans, and attending required meetings and trainings.

Requirements

Applicants must possess an active, unrestricted Maryland license as an LGPC, LGPAT, LGMFT, LGDAC, or LMSW to provide therapy services to individuals and families. Required knowledge includes industry standards, treatment modalities consistent with DSM 5, ethical guidelines, and strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Individual TherapyFamily TherapyTreatment PlanningDSM 5 DiagnosisEthical PracticePC Software Proficiency

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Mental Health Therapist (Hybrid)-Frederick County Public Schools (26811) at THRIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH a 6.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,035 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility, flexible scheduling.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 26% have no call, 56% require no weekends — this position is remote.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $90k 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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About Thrive Behavioral Health

Mental Health Care
Rosedale, Maryland
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401k plan with company match
Company Paid Life Insurance
EAP
Clinical and administrative supervision