School-Based Mental Health Therapist

Job overview

The School-Based Mental Health Therapist role is based in Fort Washington, MD, serving students through the School-Based Mental Health Program in partnership with Prince George’s County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 school year. The posting lists a salary of $65,000–$80,000 per year. Innovative Therapeutic Services is a Maryland-based outpatient mental health clinic providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. The therapist provides client-centered care to students in school settings, helping expand access to mental health services where students spend much of their day. The role combines therapy, assessment, treatment planning, documentation, referrals, and collaboration with families, school personnel, and other providers.

What you'll do

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to students in school settings, with telehealth when clinically appropriate
• meet the minimum weekly billable service expectation
• complete psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
• coordinate referrals for additional services when appropriate
• collaborate with parents, guardians, teachers, school personnel, and multidisciplinary providers
• and participate in supervision, clinical meetings, and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

school-based mental health therapist

fort washington md

innovative therapeutic services

prince george’s county public schools

2026–2027 school year

student therapy

individual therapy

family therapy

group therapy

maryland license

$65,000–$80,000 per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match for salaried employees
• paid time off and holidays
• employee assistance program
• employee discounts
• free continuing education and professional development
• and clinical supervision for LMSWs and LGPCs working toward advanced licensure.

Why this role

Requires a master’s degree in a related behavioral health field and an active Maryland license: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, or LCMFT. Experience with children, adolescents, or families and Spanish-English bilingual proficiency are preferred.

About the employer

Innovative Therapeutic Services, is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.