Job Description

Level Experienced Job Location Cumberland & Oakland - Oakland and Cumberland, MD 00000 Position Type Part Time Education Level Graduate Degree Salary Range $34.00 - $38.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage Up to 50% Job Shift Evenings Job Category Counselors and Therapists

Mental Health Therapist– Crisis Services
📍 Garrett County or Allegany County (In- person or Remote)
💰 $34–$38 per hour
🕒 Part-Time or PRN | Shifts Available: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM | 3:00 PM–11:00 PM | 11:00 PM–7:00 AM

Be the Calm in the Crisis.

Help individuals find stability, safety, and support during their most vulnerable moments.

About Us

Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. (BCRI) is a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to delivering person-centered behavioral health crisis care. Since 1992, we have provided timely, compassionate, and community-based support to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges across Maryland.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Licensed Clinician to provide person-focused therapeutic services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises of varying acuity, including those related to mental health, substance use, and withdrawal.

As part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team, you will conduct assessments, deliver crisis interventions, coordinate referrals, and help individuals and families develop outcome-based treatment goals that support long-term recovery and stability.

What You’ll Do

• Provide a full range of crisis and stabilization services for clients with diverse behavioral health needs.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments for individuals in acute crisis.
• Collaborate with peers, nurses, and other professionals to deliver crisis interventions, de-escalation, and supportive counseling.
• Coordinate care with support systems, arranging transportation to ERs, shelters, or outpatient services as needed.
• Refer individuals to outpatient facilities and services using established processes.
• Deliver short-term, evidence-based counseling within scope of practice, supporting both individuals and their families.
• Participate in MCRSS and other professional trainings.
• Serve as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with BCRI policies, procedures, and professional expectations.
• Perform additional authorized tasks aligned with the role.

Qualifications

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or Social Work (MSW).
• Maryland licensure: LGPC, LMSW, LCPC, or LCSW-C (supervision provided for LGPCs and LMSWs).
• At least 2 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and crisis intervention skills.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with EHR/EMR systems preferred.

Why Join BCRI

💡 Provide life-saving support for individuals in crisis.
🏥 Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
💼 403(b) Retirement Plan.
🌴 Generous PTO – Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holidays.
📚 Supervision provided for LGPCs and LMSWs.
💙 Join a mission-driven, impact-focused team committed to compassionate crisis care.

Your Skills Can Save Lives.

This is more than a counseling role — it’s an opportunity to be a vital lifeline for individuals and families in Allegany County.

👉 Apply today and be part of Maryland’s most trusted crisis response team.