Adolescent PHP Mental Health Therapist

Kolmac•Columbia, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health is seeking a licensed adolescent therapist for its Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) in Columbia, Maryland. The therapist will provide evidence-based mental health treatment in person as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team, building therapeutic relationships and contributing to integrated treatment plans across outpatient and intensive outpatient settings. The role includes individual, group, and family therapy; assessment and level-of-care determinations; patient education; and coordination with families and other providers. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kolmac describes a supportive clinical environment with consistent, realistic caseloads, collaboration with psychiatry, nursing, and peer support, and opportunities for growth and leadership. The position includes meaningful clinical time, stated as 50–65% direct patient care. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and professional development support.

Requirements

At least 2 years of direct clinical experience providing mental health treatment.
Master’s degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.
Active independent licensure: LGPC, LMSW, LCPC, or LCSW.
Strong working knowledge of CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care.
Comfort using electronic medical records (EMR).
Commitment to ethical, patient-centered care and professional growth.

Nice To Haves

EMDR experience.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group psychotherapy for adolescents in PHP levels of care.
Develop and maintain person-centered, trauma-informed treatment plans.
Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and level-of-care determinations.
Educate patients about diagnoses, treatment approaches, and symptom management.
Design and lead process, psychoeducational, and skills groups focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, and mental wellness.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and fellow therapists to provide integrated mental health care.
Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and discharge planning.
Coordinate care with families, referral sources, and external providers as appropriate.
Support positive clinical outcomes, including patient retention, attendance, program completion, and transitions from IOP to OP.