Mental Health Therapist - Full Time

COMPENSATION RANGE OF $75-87k FOR OUR LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST POSITION!! (Based upon experience and credentials) Offering a flexible work schedule for this position! We need hope-bringers and changemakers — because the work we all do matters. If you’re passionate about making an impact with your time and being someone’s light in the darkness, we want you on our team. Come Join Us to Do Mission-Based, Meaningful Work Who We Are Gaudenzia is one of the largest nonprofit providers of treatment to people with substance use and co-occurring disorders in the nation. We operate in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Our caring, compassionate team is on a mission to save thousands of lives each year and bring hope to people devastated by substance use disorder. Together, we help individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive in the face of one of the most devastating public health crises of our time. As our organization grows and evolves to meet the needs of our clients and communities, we’re seeking passionate, empathic individuals to help us make an impact. With your help, we can turn the tide on substance use disorder. Who We’re Looking For A successful Mental Health Therapist enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and doesn’t shy away from honest and caring — yet sometimes difficult — conversations. This position is for you if you’re able to treat others with dignity, compassion, and respect, even in life’s most challenging moments. What You'll Do At Gaudenzia To evaluate, treat, and diagnose clients who have a mental health disorder or dually-diagnosed Schedule or assist with the scheduling of clinical and/or support staff to ensure adequate coverage during all shifts Continue special training in areas designated by the Supervisor Keep records such as bio-psycho-history & assessments, evaluations and keep client case records current according to the established guidelines Be a role model for pro-social behaviors Be available for weekend and/or evening duty Be responsible for a full client caseload and act as a lead counselor Support and demonstrate adherence to Gaudenzia’s Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct and all personnel policies and procedures Be responsible for re-entry residents or others needing advanced care Maintain a valid driver’s license and appropriate professional certificates and credentials Be responsible for orientation of new staff members when the Supervisor is not available Moderate special groups such as marathons, extended groups, family meetings, workshops or presentations All other duties as described in the Unit Unique Job Description or as assigned by the Supervisor Qualifications For This Role This position requires that candidates must possess a Master’s Degree and independent license to practice such as a Maryland board approved LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LGADC, LGPC, LCADC, LCPC and/ or LMSW with candidates being able to have their own supervision provided outside of our agency At least 5 years' experience working in an outpatient or acute care Behavioral Health treatment setting. Demonstrated knowledge of working with Criminal Justice involved and/or homeless populations Maryland Education/ Licensure Requirements Our Operating Principles: We, as members of the Gaudenzia Team, are committed to these principles. They guide the way we perform Gaudenzia business, every day. We hold client care as our top priority. We assume good intentions. We are present, we connect, and we communicate with transparency, dignity, and respect. We make data-driven decisions with courage, challenge the status quo, and find innovative ways to grow Gaudenzia and each other. We support each other publicly and privately in all circumstances. We provide and accept constructive, honest, respectful, and timely feedback with an open mind and without personalization. We operate with integrity, focus on outcomes, and have a bias for action. We follow through on agreements and honor commitments prioritized with a sense of urgency -- someone\'s life may depend on it. Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice -- and a treatment provider of choice -- in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome. Come work with us! Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment. We believe in fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with respect. Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness, transparency, and merit. All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and values. We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without preference or discrimination. Our process uses consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making. By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every stage—from job posting to onboarding—we build a workforce defined by excellence, professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose. Gaudenzia is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gaudenzia