Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

The Guiding Light Wellness Center • Salisbury, MD

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Outpatient Therapist at The Guiding Light Wellness Center provides individual therapy for youth, adolescents, and adults, delivering care either in-person or through secure virtual platforms. This role supports clients in developing emotional regulation, coping skills, social skills, and resilience within a safe, client-centered, and trauma-informed environment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Experience facilitating individual therapy sessions.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Independent licensure in Maryland (LCSW-C, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy sessions for youth, adolescents, and adults experiencing emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress notes, and outcome tracking, in compliance with HIPAA and professional standards.
• Participate in ongoing clinical supervision and team meetings to ensure high-quality care.
• Foster a trauma-informed, inclusive, and supportive environment for all clients.
• Deliver evidence-based individual therapy tailored to client developmental and clinical needs.
• Support clients in building coping strategies, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills.
• Provide feedback and recommendations for program enhancements based on clinical observations.
• Engage in professional development and collaborate with the clinical team to improve treatment outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level