Mental Health Therapist 1

Everymind Inc • Full-time • Silver Spring, Maryland, United States • $70k - $83k / year • 1w ago

Want to make a difference? Come be a part of the amazing work EveryMind is accomplishing!

EveryMind is not just a name; it’s a catalyst for change. We believe in the inherent value and potential of every individual, every mind. With a commitment to the building blocks of mental health, we have been strengthening communities and empowering individuals since 1957. Through our direct services, advocacy, and community partnerships, we foster an ecosystem of support that cultivates thriving communities.

EveryMind is hiring a Mental Health Therapist to join our Linkages to Learning team in the School-Based Services department. This role is responsible for providing school-based services at Sergant Shriver Elementary School in Silver Spring, MD. Therapists will join a behavioral health team composed of Care Managers, fellow Mental Health Therapists (MHT), Community Service Aides, and school partners. The MHT works in tandem with teammates to provide individual and family clinical support services, therapeutic groups, and psychoeducational workshops and programs to students and families across the school communities.

Why You'll Love Working at EveryMind

At EveryMind, we're not just a workplace, we're a mission-driven community committed to mental wellness for all. Here's what you can expect when you join us:

A Recognized Top Workplace in Montgomery County (Bethesda Magazine)
Over 65 Years of service as a leading mental health nonprofit
210+ Team Members across 27 locations
Culture of Trust, Integrity, and Innovation

Your Benefits Package Includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Matching Program
47+ Days of Leave (Vacation, Sick, Wellness, Holidays, Birthday & More!)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Monthly Group Consultation
Weekly Clinical Supervision
Pay Increases for Licensure Advancements
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus Program
Employee Discount Program
Sensible Caseload Management
Professional Development & Growth Opportunities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides comprehensive clinical services to referred students, individuals, or families including assessments, individual, group, and family counseling, classroom observations, attendance at school and parent/guardian meetings to provide input on school and education behavior plans, and when appropriate, mental health crisis intervention services.
Leads or co-leads office or school-based therapy, psycho-educational groups, and community education by developing and implementing group curriculums and workshops based on community needs.
Conducts regular outreach to the general community and assigned school(s) regarding services. Acts as a consultant to school and community partners when requested, providing information and referral for appropriate services, and during times of crisis as needed and appropriate.
Maintains compliance with the contract, grant, and position expectations, including:
- - Meeting productivity requirements
  - Maintaining minimum caseload requirements.
  - Timely submission of data through electronic health records system
Compiles and maintains accurate documentation in individual client case files and group charts, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, consents, and summaries. Collects program evaluation data from participants in groups, workshops, and individual and family counseling.
Adheres to ethical principles for the practice of counseling as defined by the Social Work Code of Ethics and the code of ethics of the counselor’s licensure board.
Participates in weekly clinical supervision and regular group clinical consultation to evaluate and improve the quality of therapy services provided and ensure that services are culturally appropriate for the client.
Adheres to EveryMind and Youth and Family Services Division (YFS) policies established by EveryMind Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Program Officer, and Division Director.
Consistently represents EveryMind and the program in a professional manner. Treats all students, families, community members, school personnel, partners, donors, teammates and others with respect.
Other duties may be assigned.

Supervision to be exercised:

No supervision requirements. May, at times, help supervise volunteers.

Supervision to be received:

Reports to Manager, Program.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strong Personal Resilience and Mental Health:

Given the high-stress nature of the role, it is essential that candidates possess a high level of personal resilience and maintain stable mental health. This ensures that they are well-equipped to provide effective support and maintain the professional standards required for client care.

Education:

Minimum of a Master’s degree in a mental health field such as psychology, counseling, or social work. Meet all necessary state licensure requirements at an advanced or independent (LC) clinical level. Must have a Maryland Board approved license (LGPC, LMSW, LCPC, LCSW-C, LGMFT, LCMFT) and licensure must be in good standing. If not licensed, must be in the process of obtaining.

Experience:

A minimum of 1 year post licensure of relevant experience preferred, not required. Bilingual Spanish/English or Chinese/English preferred.

Skills:

Strong organizational, relationship building, community building, and record-keeping skills. Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to actively listen. Keen attention to detail. Willingness to stay updated on new treatments, protocols, and licensure requirements within the field. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Bilingual Spanish/English or Chinese/English preferred.

Abilities:

Effectively interact and work collaboratively in a flexible work environment with a variety of constituents including clients and family members or caretakers, interns, volunteers, paid staff, CEO, board members, and community partners. Ability to express ideas with clarity, confidence and sensitivity. Must be able to maintain confidentiality involving clients in accordance with organizational and federal guidelines.

Physical and Emotional Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job's duties, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger dexterity, handle with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, kneel, crouch, or talk and hear. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds frequently. The job's specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Due to the nature of the content that is handled in the program, anyone who has a history of trauma or suicidality could be at risk of being triggered or re-traumatized. This is especially true for people who have experienced these issues within the past 12 months and therefore we may not recommend this work if their experience is so recent.

Clearance Requirements:

The employee must pass a criminal background check. Certain job functions may require employee to pass a child sexual abuse and other criminal activity as well as a credit check. All staff providing services to staff or clients, must be free of illegal drugs and abuse of alcohol, and must be fully able to always perform all required duties.

Working Conditions:

The work environment is representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must be available to perform the duties of the job during most, but not limited to core business hours (between 9-5pm, M-F), some flexibility with schedule may be available (evening and/or weekend hours). Employees will work mostly on-site but may work some hours remotely with the approval of supervisor.

The employee is also required to travel to different locations. Therefore, the employee must have access to reliable transportation.