Therapist (Clinical Mental Health)

Job Description

Job Description

Arundel Lodge is seeking a compassionate and experienced  Therapist II to join our Clinic team. The Therapist II provides therapeutic intervention, advanced counseling, and recovery-oriented clinical services to individuals and families receiving behavioral health services.

The Therapist II plays a critical role in supporting each client’s journey toward recovery from mental illness, physical illness, and substance use. This position works collaboratively with clients, families, and an interdisciplinary treatment team to develop person-centered goals, provide effective clinical interventions, coordinate care, and promote continuity of services within the agency and community.

Our clinical approach is grounded in the  Recovery Model , emphasizing hope, empowerment, self-determination, peer support, respect, empathy, strengths-based care, and the belief that recovery is possible for every person we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify clients’ mental health, substance use, and related needs.
• Develop appropriate treatment goals and therapeutic interventions based on client strengths, needs, preferences, and clinical assessments.
• Provide  individual, group, and family counseling , psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral interventions, task-centered treatment, crisis intervention, and other appropriate clinical services.
• Serve as an  OMHC Treatment Coordinator , collaborating with the interdisciplinary treatment team to provide integrated, recovery-oriented services.
• Establish positive, therapeutic relationships with clients, families, coworkers, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Review clinical records, psychiatric evaluations, rehabilitation plans, referrals, and other relevant documentation to inform treatment.
• Explain behavioral health programs, services, and procedures to clients, staff, families, and community organizations.
• Provide preventive, supportive, and crisis services to clients experiencing situations that may negatively affect their health, safety, or well-being.
• Coordinate discharge planning and facilitate continuity of care by connecting clients and families with appropriate community-based resources and services.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies, state and federal regulations, COMAR requirements, and applicable accreditation standards.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with agency policies and professional ethical standards.
• Participate in cross-coverage and on-call responsibilities as needed.
• Participate in departmental meetings, agency activities, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate clinical service objectives and outcomes and contribute to program development and continuous quality improvement.
• Provide age-appropriate care and demonstrate knowledge of human growth and development across the lifespan.
• Maintain professional development through continuing education, training, supervision, peer consultation, and other learning opportunities.
• Participate in the education and training of allied health professionals and, when appropriate, counseling interns.
• May perform administrative duties supporting the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OMHC).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Recovery-Oriented Care

At Arundel Lodge, the Therapist II is expected to incorporate the Recovery Model into all interactions with clients. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to:

• Hope and the belief that recovery is possible.
• Client responsibility and self-determination.
• Empowerment and strengths-based care.
• Peer support and meaningful community connection.
• Respect, empathy, and dignity.
• Non-stigmatizing language and practices.
• Holistic, person-centered treatment.
• Collaborative decision-making and individualized recovery goals.

The Therapist II should consistently demonstrate these principles in clinical practice and interactions with the people we serve.

Qualifications Required

• Master’s degree in professional counseling, social work, or a related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Current Maryland behavioral health professional licensure/credential as applicable, including one of the following:
  • Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor ( LGPC )
  • Licensed Master Social Worker ( LMSW )
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor ( LCPC )
  • Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical ( LCSW-C )
• Candidates who have submitted evidence of application for the applicable Maryland licensure examination may also be considered, as permitted by applicable requirements.
• Knowledge of generally accepted clinical counseling practices and behavioral health treatment approaches.
• Ability to assess client needs, develop treatment goals, provide therapeutic interventions, and coordinate services.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and manage competing priorities in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Proficient computer skills.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness and ability to work various shifts as needed.
• Weekend, holiday, on-call, and overtime responsibilities may be required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable agency policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Commitment to client safety and the ability to recognize, report, and respond appropriately to safety risks and reportable events.

Client Safety

The Therapist II is responsible for promoting client safety through clinical practice and participation in agency-wide and OMHC safety initiatives. Responsibilities include:

• Identifying and addressing observed risks to client safety.
• Reporting sentinel events, reportable events, or potential risks to appropriate management.
• Consistently following agency policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Maintaining effective working relationships and clear communication with members of the treatment team.
• Identifying potential risks associated with clinical processes, procedures, equipment, and services and communicating concerns appropriately.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in a standard office/clinical environment. The Therapist II must be comfortable working with clients and families who may have complex behavioral health and substance use needs and must be able to maintain professionalism, compassion, and effectiveness in a dynamic clinical setting.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a clinician who is compassionate, collaborative, dependable, and committed to helping individuals achieve meaningful recovery. The ideal candidate will be able to balance strong clinical judgment with a person-centered approach and will thrive in a team environment while also working effectively with limited direct supervision.

Employee Expectations

All employees are expected to:

• Follow Arundel Lodge policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards.
• Complete required training and meetings.
• Maintain accurate timesheets and attendance records.
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependable attendance.
• Follow health, safety, infection control, equipment, and vehicle-use requirements.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with persons served.
• Support fraud prevention and abuse prevention policies.
• Demonstrate respect for clients, families, coworkers, and community partners.

Why Join Arundel Lodge?

Join a team committed to creating a supportive, recovery-oriented environment where individuals are empowered to pursue meaningful lives in their communities. As a Therapist II, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact through compassionate clinical care, collaboration, advocacy, and individualized treatment.

Apply today to join Arundel Lodge and help support individuals on their journey toward recovery.