CAREERS

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.

Director, Child Care Choices

The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is seeking a passionate individual to lead the Child Care Choices (CCC) Division. The successful candidate will lead programming at MHA including child care resource centers and the Infant Early Childhood Mental Health project which provides professional development and coaching for early educators and infant and early childhood mental health supports for families, caregivers and children. This Director level position represents CCC and concerns related to early childhood in Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties on local, state and regional projects and committees. This position also ensures effective program planning and development, data collection, budget administration, grant writing and management, communication, and coordination within and across programs in assigned Division, and reports directly to the CEO. In addition, Division Directors support and increase the success of all programs by ensuring collaboration among Divisions. Applicants must embrace a strengths-based, trauma informed approach to constituent services.

Qualified applicants will have a B.A. in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field and a minimum of 4 years’ experience working in a related field, including experience in quality assurance/improvement and program development. Experience in recruiting, training, and managing staff is required as well as the ability to develop, administer and monitor a budget. Strong verbal, written and computer skills are necessary. EOE.

Please submit cover letter and resume to Amy Thompson

Office Manager

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The Mental Health Association of Frederick County is seeking a FT Office Manager. This position is responsible for ensuring sound office operation by promoting efficiency, quality, and safety. The Office Manager maintains all office equipment, maintains and purchases general office supplies, sort and deliver mail and packages, works with all MHA vendors including IT and building maintenance, and recruits, and trains and supervises reception staff. This position also provides administrative support to senior management as necessary.

Qualified applicants will have a minimum of two year’s office management experience and one year of supervisory experience. Must be organized, have the ability to multi-task, and maintain flexibility. Ability to interface well with staff, board members, and representatives of outside agencies and businesses. Microsoft Office expertise required. Ability to work independently and handle a variety of job functions simultaneously is a must. EOE.

Please submit cover letter and resume to Amy Thompson

Bilingual Licensed Therapist

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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 Travis Walter.

Clinical Professionals

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The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is expanding the therapeutic team within our Outpatient Mental Health Clinic.  We are seeking individuals who are driven by a deep empathy and motivation to serve a diverse cliental via office based clinical sessions.  Full-time benefited and part-time therapist positions available; clinical supervision and trainings offered.  Qualified candidates include LCSW-C and LCPC.  EOE.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Travis Walter. 

PT Call Specialists

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The Mental Health Association of Frederick County is seeking PT Call Specialists for all shifts to staff our 24/7 Call Center.  This is a critical, life-saving service providing information and referral, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention including both 988 and 211 to Western Maryland.  Weekends, overnight, and holidays are required. Positions are not eligible for remote work. EEO.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Latisha Carr. 

Crisis Specialist

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The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is seeking Crisis Specialists in our community based walk-in crisis center. Hours vary. Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in mental health or related human services field and 1-year experience in crisis service (crisis call center, walk-in program, hospital emergency department, mobile crisis service) required. This position is considered essential personnel. Must have flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and some holidays as needed. The ideal candidate will be able to integrate into a strong, established team to help anyone experiencing a crisis find support and community resources. EOE.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Angela McGinty