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Current Career Opportunities
MHA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and complies with all relevant Federal and State statutes and regulations in matters of personnel management. Therefore, it is the policy of the Mental Health Association of Frederick County, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.
Clinical Manager
The Mental Health Association of Frederick County is currently seeking a Clinical Manager to join our Mobile Crisis Team. The Clinical Manager is responsible for providing clinical oversight and development of the Mobile Crisis Services program and staff to ensure utilization of appropriate intervention modalities. This position serves as part of the program’s leadership team in conjunction with the Program Manager and Operations Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supervising Mobile Crisis Services staff; assisting with recruitment, interviewing, and training for new personnel as needed; assisting with ensuring quality standards and annual program goals are met; implementing clinical oversight monitoring for service quality and effectiveness; assisting with development and implementation of clinical procedures for service delivery; provides direct service as necessary; provides clinical supervision to all direct service staff; and provides in-service trainings to program staff on clinical topics and intervention modalities.
Qualified applicants will possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling and licensure at the independent clinical level with supervisor credentialing; three years’ experience working in crisis programming; one year supervisory experience and have flexible availability to meet 24/7 staffing requirement, including evenings and weekends. EOE.
Please send resume along with a cover letter to Travis Walter.
Mobile Crisis Specialist
The Mental Health Association of Frederick County is currently seeking several passionate individuals to serve as a Mobile Crisis Specialist. These positions are responsible for providing face-to-face crisis intervention, support, and information and referral, to anyone who accesses Mobile Crisis Services by providing timely face-to-face crisis intervention, support, and information and referral to clients; collecting, maintaining, and reporting accurate demographics and statistics of clients served; practicing appropriate crisis intervention techniques; demonstrating empathetic and client-centered perspective; maintaining professional confidentiality and appropriate boundaries with clients and community partners; and conducting thorough safety assessments and safety planning with goal of accessing least restrictive safety options.
Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in mental health related field, or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist with two years crisis intervention experience preferred; flexible availability with working knowledge of computer software applications; strong oral and written communication skills; strong organizational skills and familiarity with local community resources and the ability to interact effectively and empathetically in all situations and with a variety of people. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. EOE.
Please send resume along with a cover letter to Travis Walter.
Peer Recovery Specialist
The Mental Health Association of Frederick County is currently seeking a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist as part of our Mobile Crisis Team. The Peer Recovery Specialist will provide recovery support services such as follow-up, information, referral, support and care coordination services to individuals struggling with substance use by providing services using lived experience and training; provide training on overdose prevention and administration of Naloxone; conduct Motivational Interviewing (SBIRT) with clients to identify current readiness for change; documenting client contacts and maintaining confidential case records; perform scheduled follow-up calls and visits; connect individuals to community services/resources and assist client with addressing barriers to connecting to care.
Qualified applicants will be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist and/or related experience providing recovery support; have flexibility to work overnight/weekend/holidays as required and have the ability to successfully pass a state and federal background check. EOE.
Please send resume along with a cover letter to Travis Walter.
Crisis Specialists – Full time and Part time
Community based behavioral health program is seeking CRISIS SPECIALISTS passionate about making a difference in the community. The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is currently hiring multiple CRISIS SPECIALISTS for the expansion of our Walk-in Crisis Care to 24-hour programming.
Ideal candidates possess a degree in Social Work or Counseling, and experience working in crisis programming. Individuals pursuing secondary degree are highly encouraged to apply. Flexible, passionate people who desire to be part of a dynamic team in a growth minded organization are desired. Full time and part-time; full time benefits include health/dental/vision, paid leave and a competitive salary. EOE.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Alex Glover.
Licensed Therapist
The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is expanding our clinical team. We are seeking FT and PT Therapists to serve individuals of all ages and backgrounds by providing individual, group, and/or family/couples counseling. Ideal candidates are licensed professionals looking to make an impact in their community by providing therapeutic services within the public mental health population. Experience working within a community mental health setting is helpful, but not required.
LCSW-C/LCPC preferred, LMSW/LGPC considered. Preference given to those with evening availability and/or Bilingual Spanish speaking. EOE.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Bless Whitaker.
Licensed Contract Therapist
The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is expanding our clinical team. We are seeking Contract Therapists to serve individuals of all ages and backgrounds by providing individual, group, and/or family/couples counseling. Ideal candidates are licensed professionals looking to make an impact in their community by providing therapeutic services within the public mental health population.
This position is a contracted, fee-for-service position. Applicant must have a valid Maryland LCSW-C or LCPC license in good standing. Preference given to those with evening availability and/or Bilingual Spanish speaking. EOE.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Bless Whitaker.
Bilingual Licensed Therapist
The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is expanding our clinical team. We are seeking a licensed, bi-lingual therapist to provide in-person therapy to native Spanish speakers. The ideal candidate speaks fluent Spanish and has 2 years of experience providing therapy with a working knowledge of trauma interventions. Clinical license preferred; graduate/master’s level considered with relevant experience. Full-time with benefits available. EOE.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Bless Whitaker.
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