Behavioral Health Therapist

Salary $50,000 to $76,000 Posted Date 09/04/2026 Closing Date Continuous Bureau Behavioral Health Services / Adolescent and Family Services Employment contract type Full-time County Contractual Open to all qualified candidates. Location 122 North Langley Road, Suite A & B, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 Hours 40 hours per week, 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. two days per week Salary $50,000 to $76,000 Benefits Participation in the County’s group health plan including prescription, dental, and optical, paid holidays and sick leave. Optional deferred compensation program at employee's own expense. Job Description Nature of Work Provide behavioral health counseling for children, adolescents, adults and their families in the Adolescent and Family Services clinics. Functions within a multidisciplinary treatment team and will facilitate one-on-one sessions with clients and families as well as group sessions. If clinically indicated and part of the treatment plan, may conduct drug screens for adolescents. Essential Duties Provide treatment services to patients, ages 4 and older, and their families, including individual, family and group modalities. Provide case management, follow-up and referrals to services. Conduct psychosocial assessments, substance use assessments/screenings (including urinalysis) and diagnosis of patients. Develop person-centered treatment plans and document treatment notes, contact notes, correspondence and other written reports essential to the treatment of the patients, following DOH policies and COMAR regulations. Coordinate interagency contacts by phone, written correspondence and meetings to provide continuity of care. Participate in interdisciplinary staff meetings as well as group and individual supervision to evaluate best practices, plan treatment protocols and track patients' progress through peer review and case conference. Provide phone service to the community in order to make risk assessments, provide crisis intervention services and screen for appropriate information and referral. Education Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in a behavioral health field from an accredited college or university. Experience Minimum of two years experience providing behavioral health services to adolescents and families. Bilingual preferred. License or Certification LGMFT, LCMFT, LMSW, LCSW, LGPC, LCPC Desired or Preferred Qualifications Familiar with Anne Arundel County Resources An Equal Opportunity Employer Smoke-Free Workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr