YMCA Mental Health Therapist

YMCA Metro Washington • Silver Spring, MD

11d • $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. YMCA Youth & Family Services is seeking a dynamic self-motivated clinician to join our mission to promote strong kids, strong families and strong communities. You will become part of a highly skilled team of professionals making a difference working with youths and families in the community to remove barriers to mental health treatment. We are hiring for multiple therapist positions, for both the Linkages to Learning Bridge to Wellness programs. The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) is responsible for providing therapeutic intervention to individual youth, families and groups. This is a school-based position working within Montgomery County Public Schools serving elementary, middle or high school aged youth. Our clinicians work closely with educators, guidance counselors, school social workers and community providers, as well as other YMCA staff, to provide optimal care and treatment for the youth and families. The MHT works within a team of providers to support our families.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or marriage and family therapy
• Current Maryland licensure as LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, LGMFT, LCMFT or Psych Associate
• Knowledge of evidence-based models of treatment (i.e. CBT, DBT, Child Centered Play Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, etc.)
• Ability to drive between sites as needed (mileage reimbursed) and access to a vehicle

Responsibilities

• Performs bio-psycho-social assessments to make diagnostic impressions/diagnoses and develop treatment plans
• Provide individual, family and group counseling to a caseload of 19-21
• Provide crisis intervention as needed to youth
• Lead or co-lead psycho-educational, developmental and therapy groups (child, teen and parent)
• Provide classroom observations when indicated
• Consult with parents, school staff, and medical providers regarding child’s progress
• Attend school and parent meetings as needed (IEP, 504, EMT/ARD/suspension, etc.)
• Offer appropriate assistance during crises
• Support the YMCA Cause of strengthening community through participation in Y sponsored events, trainings, and meetings throughout the region

Benefits

• Continuing Education (CEU’s) paid by employer
• Weekly supervision for licensure paid by employer
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Programs: Y membership for you and your family
• Retirement Plans: The Y will contribute 10% of your salary into the Y’s retirement savings plan. You also have the option to make additional contributions to the Y’s 403(b) and ROTH plans.
• Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Training and Development: Access to professional development programs, workshops, and certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level