School-Based Mental Health Therapist (LMSW/LGPC/LCSW-C/LCPC/LCMFT)

Innovative Therapeutic Services (ITS) is seeking compassionate, licensed mental health professionals to join our growing School-Based Mental Health Program serving elementary school students through our partnership with Anne Arundel County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 school year.

If you're passionate about working with children, value collaboration, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity with a supportive clinical team, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a member of our School-Based Mental Health team, you will:

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy services to elementary school students in the school setting, with telehealth services provided when clinically appropriate.
• Maintain the required minimum weekly billable service expectation while delivering quality, client-centered care.
• Complete psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other clinical documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Identify additional service needs and coordinate referrals for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychiatric rehabilitation services (PRP), or other community resources when appropriate.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, teachers, school personnel, and multidisciplinary treatment providers to support student success.
• Participate in individual supervision, group supervision, clinical staff meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with Maryland licensing regulations and organizational policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the School-Based Program.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active Maryland license in good standing:
  • LMSW
  • LCSW-C
  • LGPC
  • LCPC
  • LCMFT
• Experience working with children, adolescents, or families preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully complete federal and state background checks.
• Professional liability insurance (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Why Join Innovative Therapeutic Services?

At ITS, we believe that supporting our clinicians is just as important as supporting our clients. We are committed to creating an environment where clinicians can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in their communities.

Eligible staff enjoy:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts through ADP
• Free continuing education (CEUs) and professional development opportunities
• Individual and group clinical supervision for LMSWs and LGPCs working toward advanced licensure

About Innovative Therapeutic Services

Innovative Therapeutic Services (ITS) is a Maryland-based Outpatient Mental Health Clinic dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Since 2009, our multidisciplinary team has helped individuals overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, behavioral concerns, and other mental health conditions through evidence-based, client-centered care.

Our partnership with Anne Arundel County Public Schools allows us to expand access to mental health services by meeting students where they spend much of their day at school.