School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on8701, Old Browns Lane, Lanham, Prince George's County, Maryland, 20706, United States
About the Program
The Youth First Care Program is a school-based initiative that embeds mental health therapists directly into Prince George's County Schools. By operating within the school environment and offering services free of charge to clients, the program effectively addresses common barriers to therapy, such as transportation costs and financial constraints.
About the Role
You will provide clinical mental health support to students and their families within Prince George's County Public Schools. Working alongside a multi-disciplined team driven by a bold vision to change lives, you will conduct individual, family, and group counseling sessions to address personal and environmental obstacles. Your work will involve developing, implementing, and evaluating treatment plans while collaborating with the school system to help families access relevant community resources and coordinating with local social service agencies when necessary.
Why Sheppard Pratt
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace; we are a community of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals facing life's challenges. Join us to be a part of a mission that changes lives. We offer a commitment to professional development, including comprehensive tuition reimbursement, free clinical supervision for those working toward licensure, and opportunities for cross-discipline collaboration through grand rounds and CME lectures.
Equal Opportunity
Sheppard Pratt is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Work location
Work model: On-site
8701, Old Browns Lane, Lanham, Prince George's County, Maryland, 20706, United States
Lanham, Maryland
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide clinical mental health support to students and families
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Frequently asked questions about School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program at Sheppard Pratt
What does a School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program at Sheppard Pratt do?expand_more
In this School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program at Sheppard Pratt role, you will provide clinical mental health support to students and families; conduct individual, family, and group counseling sessions; collaborate with the school system to access community resources; and coordinate with local social service agencies when necessary.
What are the requirements for this School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program role?expand_more
To qualify for the School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program at Sheppard Pratt position, applicants should have: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Maryland; Licensed Certified Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland; Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) in Maryland; and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland.
Where is the School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program role at Sheppard Pratt located?expand_more
School Mental Health Therapist, Youth First Care Program at Sheppard Pratt is based in 8701, Old Browns Lane, Lanham, Prince George's County, Maryland, 20706, United States. This is a on-site role.