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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.
Navigator
The Navigator plays a vital role in supporting individuals who engage with our Walk-In Crisis Care program by providing timely follow-up, care coordination, and connections to essential community resources. This position is instrumental in assisting clients as they navigate next steps—whether through warm handoffs to external providers, coordinating appointments with psychiatric prescribers, or addressing barriers to care.
Ideal candidates are organized, resourceful, and committed to enhancing client access to mental health services. EOE.
Please send resume along with a cover letter to Alex Glover.
Prescriber Support Coordinator
The Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA) is seeking a Prescriber Support Coordinator. This is a part-time position that supports psychiatric providers with client communication, prior authorizations, pharmacy and lab coordination, and general administrative tasks. You’ll also help with scheduling, clinic meetings, and front office support as needed.
Position requirements are a bachelor’s degree and/or 2+ years in a medical or behavioral health setting with favorable references, familiarity with psychiatric meds, EMRs, and insurance processes, strong communication, analytical, multitasking, and organizational skills; and the ability to maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced clinic. EOE.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Bless Whitaker.
Overnight Crisis Specialists
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 part time 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. Part-time positions available with a competitive salary. EOE.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Alex Glover.
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.
PT Call Specialists
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. EOE.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Latisha Carr.
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