At Brighter, Stronger Foundation, we are always looking for talented and passionate people to join our growing team!

Position Title

Mental Health Therapist – School Based (Harford County School System)

Our Mission, Values, and Culture

Brighter, Stronger Foundation is a leading behavioral health and autism service provider offering an array of outpatient and community services to individuals across the state of Maryland. We are committed to innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, and community partner organizations.

At BSF, our success is powered by our people. Our culture is what makes BSF a fun and rewarding place to work. We champion diversity and are always seeking new ways to serve our community. We are a community of excellence, and providing quality care is the cornerstone of our organization. BSF can promise you an environment that not only encourages your best, but also rewards it  with plenty of opportunities to grow. We have been a leader and trailblazer in the behavioral health industry for over a decade.

Position Summary

Brighter, Stronger Foundation is seeking a talented and passionate Full-Time School-Based Therapist to provide quality, individualized mental health treatment to students, split between Edgewood High School and Deerfield Elementary School within Harford County Public Schools. This role delivers clinical assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based intervention to a growing caseload of clients.

Minimum Requirements for Success

Education & Licensure:

• LGPC/LCPC, LGMFT/LCMFT, or LMSW/LCSW-C/LCSW

• Active Maryland license

Key Responsibilities & Skills:

• Provide clinical assessment, treatment, and interventions based on best practices and medical necessity guidelines

• Complete diagnostic assessments, measurable treatment plans, and session/clinical documentation in a HIPAA-compliant EHR

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills with effective, professional communication with clients, prescribers, and colleagues

• Excellent organization, time-management, and prioritization skills; able to work with minimal supervision

• Spanish speaking preferred; bilingual (English/Spanish) applicants encouraged to apply

What We Offer

• Direct Admin Support: Dedicated care coordination team to manage referrals and match you with clients that fit your expertise. Dedicated admin team handling client coordination, benefits verification, billing, support services, and more!

• Flexible Hours: Set a schedule that works for you — Telehealth, in-home, office setting from any of our Maryland offices, or a combination!

• Highly Competitive Compensation & Bi-Weekly Pay: We offer W2 (full-time or part-time hours) or 1099 wages.

• Customized Caseload: We help you build a caseload of clients to match your desired location and expertise.

• Access to Training and Support: Free and low-cost training for our clinical team, plus access to all our training resources.

• Technology and Resources: Beautifully furnished therapy offices in Essex, MD and Harford County, MD, plus technology to keep you efficient and effective.

• Benefits: 401(k) matching, dental insurance, employee assistance program, employee discount, flexible schedule, health insurance, paid time off, professional development assistance, referral program, retirement plan, and vision insurance.

FLSA and Employment Status

Full-Time; Day Shift, Monday–Friday, following the school bell schedule.

How to Apply

To apply for this position or view other open positions, please visit our careers page at Brighter, Stronger Foundation Job Opportunities.

Brighter, Stronger Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.