What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) position at A Butterflies Effect?
About A Butterflies Effect, LLC
A Butterflies Effect, LLC is committed to empowering individuals and families through compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services. We foster resilience, personal growth, and lasting positive change by providing high-quality mental health counseling in a supportive and culturally responsive environment.
Position Summary
A Butterflies Effect, LLC is seeking a motivated and compassionate Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) to join our outpatient behavioral health team. The LGPC will provide mental health counseling services to individuals under the supervision of a Board-approved clinical supervisor, while accumulating required clinical hours. The LGPC conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, delivers individual and group therapy, maintains clinical documentation, and collaborates with multidisciplinary treatment teams to support clients' behavioral health needs. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping clients achieve their treatment goals while maintaining
the highest standards of ethical and professional practice.
Essential Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and intake evaluations.
- Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized treatment plans.
- Provide individual and group therapy services.
- Utilize evidence-based interventions to address mental health, emotional, behavioral, and substance use concerns.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic health record system.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and supervision sessions.
- Monitor client progress and update treatment goals as needed.
- Provide crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning when appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, Maryland licensing regulations, CARF/Joint Commission standards (if applicable), and organizational policies.
- Log a minimum of 3,000 hours of post-graduate supervised experience (with at least 1,500 direct client contact hours and up to 1,500 indirect hours) to transition to an LCPC license.
Qualifications Required
- Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
- Active Maryland Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) (License MUST be in good standing).
- Ability to work under clinical supervision in accordance with Maryland licensing requirements.
- Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and treatment planning.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred
- Experience working in outpatient mental health and/or substance use treatment settings.
- Experience facilitating group therapy sessions.
- Experience providing telehealth services.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible part‑time scheduling.
- Telehealth option available.
- Supportive clinical environment.
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and any relevant certifications to mbertonabe@outlook.com. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week
Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- LGPC (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Silver Spring, MD 20910
Salary : $29 - $33