Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc.·Frederick, Maryland
Provide outpatient mental health services to children, families, and adults through individual, group, and family sessions. Maintain clinical documentation within 48 hours and collaborate with treatment teams and referral sources.
Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. is looking for mental health therapists for our Frederick, MD location to provide out-patient services for children and families and/or adults. ABH is a family centered mental health program that offers a wraparound approach to treatment. We specialize in Psychiatry, Off-Site Counseling Services, On-Site therapy, and Therapeutic Mentoring. If you share our mission and vision, we invite you to join a team that wants to make a difference within the community.
Meet with assigned clients in either group, individual, joint or family sessions in accordance with established practice standards and expectations including meeting weekly/monthly appointments if requested by patient or providers. Schedules appointments with clients according to program standards. Completes clinical notes and other paper work as required within documentation deadlines. Maintains appropriate contact with referral sources and work cooperatively with other members of the client’s treatment team. Respects the confidentiality of clients and follows all HIPAA guidelines. Respond to communication (phone, email, text) from clients and families, referral sources, and ABH staff within 24 hours or the next business day. Keep up to date with information dispersed via memos, notices, e-mails from all levels of management. Meet with clinical supervisor for individual sessions a minimum of three times per month and a group session once per month. Attend monthly department meetings. Other duties as assigned by the Medical or Site Director. Comply with CARF, COMAR, HIPAA and State compliance regulations. Comply with electronic medical records (EMR); complete clinical notes/documentation; uphold 48-hour documentation standard.
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related discipline; Licensed in the state of Maryland as a LMSW, or LCSW-C, LGPC, or LCPC; Previous experience doing psychotherapy desired. Ability to manage, delegate and manage multiple tasks. Ability to travel 60% of the time. Must be sensitive to the cultural and socioeconomic differences present among the practices service population. Empathy and Compassion. Excellent customer service, listening, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Responsible, reliable and punctual. Must demonstrate understanding of managed care concepts and willingness to provide treatment and work within that system.
Join our team and make a difference!
Requires a Master's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling and a valid Maryland license (LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, or LCPC). Candidates must be able to travel 60% of the time and demonstrate empathy and cultural sensitivity.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Maryland are typically driven by ongoing demand in community programs, outpatient settings, and care teams supporting patients with complex needs. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of related experience, and an active American Heart Association BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification status and recent experience before applying.