School Based Mental Health Therapist - Baltimore County, MD
In-Person Role | Full-Time or Hybrid
Backpack Healthcare is redefining access to youth mental health care- in schools, at home, and everywhere in between. As a clinician-led, mission-driven behavioral health company, we're on a mission to deliver care that meets children and adolescents where they are -literally and emotionally.
We're hiring a dedicated and compassionate School Counselor to provide on-site mental health support across Baltimore County public schools , with optional telehealth sessions for clinicians seeking full-time or early-start flexibility.
What You'll Do
As a School Counselor, you'll serve as a trusted mental health professional for students across elementary, middle, and high school settings. Responsibilities include :
- Delivering on-site, school-based therapy services to students during school hours
- Offering telehealth sessions (optional) to supplement caseload or allow for early onboarding
- Conducting mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
- Collaborating with school staff, families, and the Backpack clinical team
- Maintaining timely and accurate documentation in the EHR
- Participating in supervision (if pre-licensed) and team case consults
Location & Schedule
In-person school-based role throughout Baltimore County, MDFull-time preferred , but flexible start options availableOpportunity to begin with telehealth caseload prior to school year start or while onboardingIdeal Candidates Have :
A Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related fieldActive Maryland license : LCSW-C, LMSW, LCPC, LGPC, LCMFT, or LGMFTExperience working with youth in schools, outpatient, or virtual settingsStrong clinical skills in individual and family therapyCultural competence and a trauma-informed care approachPassion for making mental health more accessible to kids and teensCompensation & Perks
W2 employment with medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidaysSalary employment option for Full-time staffFull clinical support + individual and group supervision for resident-level therapistsAll supplies and devices for school-based and telehealth work providedSupportive, collaborative culture focused on clinician satisfactionBe the Counselor Students Can Count On
At Backpack Healthcare, we support you , so you can support them . Join us in making a lasting impact on kids' lives-at school, at home, and everywhere in between.