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Therapist STARS - Helping Students Remain in School

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc.·Westminster, Maryland

$63,500 - $85,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide individual, group, and family therapy to K-12 students to address school refusal and chronic absenteeism. Collaborate with school personnel and families to implement evidence-based treatment plans and monitor student progress.

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. is looking for Therapists to join our new program, Stand Tall and Remain in School (STARS) to deliver school-based mental health services to students in kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12) in Carroll County Public Schools, addressing school refusal behavior and associated mental health challenges. The Therapists will provide comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support student attendance, engagement, and overall well-being, with an emphasis on early identification and intervention.

ABH is a family centered mental health program that offers a wraparound approach to treatment. We specialize in Psychiatry, Off-Site Counseling Services, On-Site therapy, and Therapeutic Mentoring. If you share our mission and vision, we invite you to join a team that wants to make a difference within the community.

Compensation

  • $63,500 - $85,000 based on licensure, experience, and if bilingual
  • Spanish
  • Job
  • Types:
  • W2,
  • Full-Time
  • Location: Carroll County, Maryland

Essential Functions

Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy to students in grades K-12. participation in the STARS Program, with a focus on addressing factors that may contribute to school avoidance.

Conduct clinical assessments to evaluate mental health, emotional, and behavioral needs related to school refusal and chronic absenteeism.

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based, trauma-informed interventions tailored to each student's needs.

Collaborate with school personnel, families, and other service providers to coordinate care and ensure a comprehensive support system for each student.

Monitor student progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to support positive mental health outcomes and improved school attendance.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency, school district, and legal standards.

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and professional development activities related to school-based mental health services.

Manage a caseload of 20-25 clients, weekly sessions with students and family.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related discipline;
  • Licensed in the state of Maryland as a LMSW, or LCSW-C, LGPC, or LCPC;
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification is required. Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
  • Previous experience doing psychotherapy desired.
  • Ability to manage, delegate and manage multiple tasks.
  • Ability to travel 60% of the time.
  • Must be sensitive to the cultural and socioeconomic differences present among the practices service population.
  • Empathy and Compassion.
  • Excellent customer service, listening, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Responsible, reliable and punctual.
  • Must demonstrate understanding of managed care concepts and willingness to provide treatment and work within that system. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.

Full-Time Employee Benefits

  • HRSA approved site for student loan forgiveness up to $50,000
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance
  • Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary
  • Insurance
  • Policies: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • PTO and Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Paid Birthday
  • Company Paid CEU's
  • Company Sponsored Certifications
  • Paid Supervision by Board Approved Supervisors
  • Company Issued Laptop/Phone
  • Travel Reimbursement

ABH is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. ABH does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability (including HIV status), veteran status, military obligations, or marital status. This policy applies to hiring, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, and terminations and applies to all ABH employees, interns, clients, and contractors.

Join our team and make a difference!

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling and a valid Maryland license (LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, or LCPC). Candidates must be able to travel 60% of the time and possess strong empathy and interpersonal skills.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Case Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Collaboration
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Psychotherapy
  • Spanish Bilingualism

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$63,500 - $85,000/yr
Location
Westminster, Maryland
Posted
Jul 6, 2026
Closes
Oct 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc.

We are an independent community based service providing intensive individual and family therapy in your home and school. We provide a psychiatric medication evaluation and medication management if necessary. Our goal is to help you and your family build the skills needed to be...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
TypePublic Company
Size51-200 employees
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In Maryland, school-based therapist roles are often sought where districts need support helping students stay engaged in class and connected to services. These positions are competitive because they typically require a master’s degree, Maryland licensure, psychotherapy experience, and strong multitasking and interpersonal skills. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of school-based or youth-focused therapy work.

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