Job Description

Brook Lane Clinical Therapist – Laurel Hall School (Hagerstown, MD Campus)

Full‑Time | 80 Hours Bi‑Weekly | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Brook Lane is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Therapist to join our Laurel Hall School team in Hagerstown, MD. This is a meaningful opportunity to support school‑aged children and adolescents through therapeutic services that promote emotional well‑being, academic success, and personal growth.

As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide counseling, collaborate with educators and families, and help create a supportive environment where students can thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Provide therapeutic services to Laurel Hall students, including individual and group counseling.
• Support students’ emotional and behavioral needs within a school‑based setting.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
• Maintain documentation and complete required trainings in accordance with Brook Lane and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited program.

Experience

• Training and/or experience working with school‑aged children and adolescents in clinical, educational, or behavioral health settings.

Licensure & Certifications

• LCSW‑C or LCPC (licensed at the certified clinical level).
• Current BLS (CPR) and First Aid certification.
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record meeting Meritus vehicle policy requirements.
• Annual submission of a certified driving record and signed acknowledgment of Attestation A per Meritus Vehicle Management Use and Control policy.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Commitment to maintaining licensure requirements and completing assigned trainings.

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.