Master's degree in applied psychology or related field.
Active Maryland LGPC or LCSW-C credential.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Sound clinical judgment and effective priority management.
Familiarity with electronic health records and community resources.
Responsibilities
Conduct diagnostic intakes and psychosocial assessments; develop individualized care plans.
Provide psychotherapy and direct psychosocial support to patients and families.
Collaborate with physicians and care team members to coordinate treatment.
Use feedback-informed treatment to monitor patient progress.
Provide crisis intervention and support for urgent concerns.
Connect patients with community resources and support services.
Facilitate family meetings and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Benefits
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
Work within an interdisciplinary team environment.
Engagement in quality improvement initiatives.
Access to community resources for patient support.
On-call coverage and additional support opportunities.
Full Job Description
Mental Health Therapist
Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives
Join our interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, evidence-informed mental health care to patients and families. As a Mental Health Therapist I, you'll assess psychosocial needs, deliver therapy and crisis support, and coordinate care to help patients overcome barriers and achieve the best possible outcomes.
What you'll do
Conduct diagnostic intakes and psychosocial assessments; develop individualized care plans.
Provide psychotherapy and direct psychosocial support to patients and families.
Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and other care team members to coordinate treatment and support safe transitions from care.
Use feedback-informed treatment and monitor patients' progress and response to care.
Provide crisis intervention, grief counseling, and support related to abuse, neglect, intimate partner violence, and other urgent concerns.
Connect patients with community resources and support services.
Facilitate family meetings and participate in interdisciplinary rounds and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and participate in supervision as required.
Provide on-call coverage and other support as needed.
What you'll bring
A master's degree in applied psychology or a related field.
An active Maryland LGPC or LCSW-C credential.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
Familiarity with electronic health records and community resources.
Experience: One year of experience in a healthcare-related field is preferred. Relevant field placement may be considered.
Salary Range: Minimum 32.40/hour - Maximum 53.48/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
About Johns Hopkins Healthcare
Johns Hopkins Healthcare is a healthcare provider that is part of the Johns Hopkins Health System. The company provides a range of healthcare services, including primary care, specialty care, and hospital services. Johns Hopkins Healthcare is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the communities it serves. The company is known for its innovative approach to healthcare, which includes the use of technology and data to improve patient outcomes.
