Mental Health Therapist, LG
Listed compensation
$60k-$80k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Mental Health Therapist - Full‑Time
- Location: Salisbury, MD
- Salary Range: $60,000 –$80,000 annually
- Schedule: Four‑day, 36-hour work week — Monday through Thursday
Position Summary
The Licensed Mental Health Professional provides high-quality, evidence-based behavioral health services, including individual, family, and group interventions tailored to patient needs. This role requires active Maryland licensure (LGPC, LCPC, LMSW, or LCSW-C), collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, and strong organizational and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high quality treatment using evidenced based practices.
- Plan and carry out appropriate individual, family, and group interventions relative to the needs of the patient.
- Provide health promotion and training as requested.
- Acquire and maintain appropriate clinical licensure, practice within scope of licensure as directed by Maryland COMAR and appropriate Board of Licensure
- Maintain total confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA law, CARF accreditation standards and Maryland State Regulations
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
- Licensed mental health professional. Must possess a State of Maryland license of LGPC, LCPC, LMSW, or LCSW-C.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a teamwork environment.
- Possess skills in crisis intervention, evident base treatment, and client advocacy.
Why Join HealthPort?
HealthPort is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center offering outpatient therapy, substance use services, and primary care. Our mission is to cultivate an organically developmental, evidence-based culture dedicated to community wellness.
We provide competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a 401(k) with employer contribution and match. HealthPort is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) eligible employer and participates in other loan forgiveness programs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active Maryland license as an LGPC, LCPC, LMSW, or LCSW-C. Additionally, current CPR and First Aid certifications are required along with strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 28% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k 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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