Gaudenzia, Inc.

Mental Health Therapist - Full Time - CCBHC

Gaudenzia, Inc.  •  $75k - $87k/yr  •  Baltimore, MD (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Help Transform Lives Through Recovery and Hope!

Are you compassionate, motivated, and dedicated to supporting individuals on their recovery journey? We are seeking an experienced (licensed or certified) and motivated Mental Health Therapist to join our mission-driven organization, committed to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and improved well-being.

Our mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

As an Mental Health Therapist, you will play a vital role in empowering our clients to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful recovery goals.

Why Join Us?

Every day, our team helps individuals rediscover hope, rebuild relationships, and achieve lasting recovery. If you are passionate about helping people overcome substance use and mental health challenges and want to work for an organization committed to dignity, compassion, and recovery for all, we encourage you to apply.

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Join a team that believes recovery is possible and works every day to provide the support, treatment, and encouragement individuals need to build healthier, more fulfilling lives. Together, we can make recovery accessible to everyone, regardless of their circumstances.

Who We're Looking For

A successful Mental Health Therapist enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and doesn't shy away from honest and caring -- yet sometimes difficult -- conversations. This position is for you if you're able to treat others with dignity, compassion, and respect, even in life's most challenging moments.

What You'll Do At Gaudenzia

  1. To evaluate, treat, and diagnose clients who have a mental health disorder or dually-diagnosed
  2. Schedule or assist with the scheduling of clinical and/or support staff to ensure adequate coverage during all shifts.
  3. Continue special training in areas designated by the Supervisor.
  4. Keep records such as bio-psycho-history & assessments, evaluations and keep client case records current according to the established guidelines.
  5. Be a role model for pro-social behaviors.
  6. Be available for weekend and/or evening duty.
  7. Be responsible for a full client caseload and act as a lead counselor.
  8. Support and demonstrate adherence to Gaudenzia's Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct and all personnel policies and procedures.
  9. Be responsible for re-entry residents or others needing advanced care.
  10. Maintain a valid driver's license and appropriate professional certificates and credentials.
  11. Be responsible for orientation of new staff members when the Supervisor is not available.
  12. Moderate special groups such as marathons, extended groups, family meetings, workshops or presentations.
  13. All other duties as described in the Unit Unique Job Description or as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications for This Role:

  • This position requires that candidates must possess a Master's Degree and independent license to practice such as a Maryland board approved LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LGADC, LGPC, LCADC, LCPC and/ or LMSW with candidates being able to have their own supervision provided outside of our agency.
  • At least 5 years' experience working in an outpatient or acute care Behavioral Health treatment setting. Demonstrated knowledge of working with Criminal Justice involved and/or homeless populations.

Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice -- and a treatment provider of choice -- in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.

Come work with us!

Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment. We believe in fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with respect. Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness, transparency, and merit. All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and values. We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without preference or discrimination. Our process uses consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making. By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every stage--from job posting to onboarding--we build a workforce defined by excellence, professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose. Gaudenzia is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Compensation

$75,000-87,000 annually

Gaudenzia, Inc.

About Gaudenzia, Inc.

Gaudenzia, Inc. is one of the largest nonprofit substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment centers in the United States, with 51 facilities operating in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. The agency serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and operates over 100 programs providing a full continuum of care.

Everything we do is driven by a mission to meet clients where they are with evidence-based practices for substance use disorders so they can regain control of their lives and flourish in their communities. We put the needs of our clients first by utilizing person-centered, strengths-focused, cultural-, gender- and trauma-informed care.

Since 1968, Gaudenzia has provided specialized services and programs for all demographics, including women, pregnant and parenting women with children, adolescents, people with substance use and co-occurring disorders, and more. Our people and our family atmosphere have been the “Gaudenzia Difference” since our inception. We surround ourselves with skilled, passionate, mission-oriented team members who seek to change lives in a caring, compassionate atmosphere.

As an employer, we’re proud to offer our team members a meaningful career focused on making a difference in people’s lives, a comprehensive benefits package, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, competitive salaries, career growth opportunities, a tuition assistance program, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

If you or someone you know is seeking help for addiction, call Gaudenzia’s Treatment and Referral HelpLine at 833-976-HELP (4357) or email helpline@gaudenzia.org.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Norristown, PA
Year Founded
1968
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