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School-Based and In-Home Therapist, Outpatient Mental Health Center – Howard County, MD

Sheppard Pratt
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
The Off-Site Counseling program provides accessible behavioral and mental health support to children and families in their homes, schools, or other convenient locations. Services include therapy, medication management, in-home and school-based counseling, group therapy, and family therapy, all tailored to meet individual and family needs. The program ensures flexible, high-quality care for those facing barriers to traditional in-office treatment, promoting better mental health and overall well-being.

What to expect.

We are seeking a licensed or pre-licensed counselor or social worker to provide school-based and in-home individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, and their families/support systems in Howard County, MD. This opportunity is a partnership with Howard County Public Schools. This position offers not only a fulfilling career, but also ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Provide behavioral and mental health support through individual, family, and group therapy sessions in clients' homes, schools, or other convenient locations.
  • Conduct assessments to evaluate clients’ functional levels and develop professional treatment plans tailored to their needs.
  • Develops and updates treatment plans in collaboration with other team members and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Completes thorough documentation and reports to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and facilitates coordination of care.
  • Availability for evening work 2 times a week to accommodate clients’ schedules and provide flexible, accessible care.
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings and attend periodic training sessions to improve clinical skills.
  • Collaborate with school staff and other community providers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for clients.


What you'll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

  • A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
  • Free clinical supervision to those working towards licensure
  • Licensing and certification preparation assistance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
  • 403b retirement match
  • Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
  • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures
  • Cross-discipline collaboration


What we need from you.

  • Must be licensed or pre-licensed in Maryland as a:
    • Licensed Certificated Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C)
    • Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW)
    • Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC)
    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, license and years and level of related experience.

  • LMSW & LGPC licensed therapists can expect to earn $66,000 to $68,000 maximum.
  • LCSW-C & LCPC licensed therapists will be paid $80,000 to $82,000 maximum.


WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

Salary : $66,000 - $68,000

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