Lead Pediatric Behavioral Health Therapist
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Job Location:
Crofton, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 70000 - 90000
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Annapolis Pediatrics
For over 70 years as a private practice Annapolis Pediatrics has provided superior healthcare to infants children adolescents and young adults in the Annapolis area and surrounding communities. The practice has grown to over 40 physicians and nurse practitioners across six Maryland locations. We commonly care for children of former patients and are proud of the outstanding level of continuity of care Annapolis Pediatrics provides. With some of our families we have cared for three generations! For more information on the services we provide to our patients and families please visit
The Integrated Behavioral Health Service at Annapolis Pediatrics is a collaborative patient-centered model integrating mental health expertise into pediatric primary care. Within this framework our therapists are embedded in our primary-care sites to participate in direct patient care and interdisciplinary consultations to serve a diverse patient population. This role is supported by a team of patient care coordinators to help facilitate linkage to care as needed in the community.
Role
Annapolis Pediatrics is seeking an experienced collaborative and highly organized Lead Therapist to support clinical operations lead the behavioral health team and deliver high-quality mental health services within our pediatric primary care model. The ideal candidate will have advanced clinical judgment experience with ages 522 and strengths in program coordination workflow development and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Leadership & Program Development
Provides day-to-day clinical and operational leadership for the behavioral health team including supervision case consultation workflow support and resource coordination. Leads hiring onboarding and mentoring of therapists; collaborates with physicians to ensure integrated behavioral health services; and contributes to policy and clinical pathway development. Monitors program performance manages scheduling and site logistics and works with the team to expand innovative services. Serves as the clinical expert offering guidance and corrective action to maintain high standards of care.
Clinical Responsibilities
Conducts comprehensive intake assessments and develops individualized treatment plans. Delivers short-term long-term and transitional therapy to children adolescents and families using evidence-based modalities. Provides real-time consultation to pediatric providers completes crisis risk assessments and safety planning and maintains accurate timely EHR documentation.
Training & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Develops and delivers mental health trainings for medical staff and supports ongoing behavioral health education for pediatric providers. Helps design and expand innovative behavioral health services and serves as the liaison and clinical site supervisor for training programs coordinating and facilitating student placements.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Current unencumbered Maryland license (LCPC LCSW-C PhD PsyD); supervisory licensure strongly preferred.
- Minimum 35 years pediatric/adolescent therapy experience preferred.
- Experience in integrated primary care or clinical leadership preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with EHR systems.
- Solid knowledge of CBT DBT ACT behavior modification or parent management training.
Compensation Benefits and Perks
- Health benefits paid time off disability coverage retirement plan.
- Malpractice coverage.
- CME days with annual allowance.
- Excellent work/life balance.
- Supportive collaborative environment.
- Experienced operational and administrative staff.
- Community Outreach events & initiatives
- Some opportunity for remote work may be possible once established in the role.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this W2 position is $70000 - $90000. Salary is dependent on years of professional experience licenses certifications and similar experience to current employees in the position.
In confidence interested candidates may send cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to . No calls or inquiries from recruiting agencies please. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Annapolis Pediatrics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Acute Care
- HTTPS
- Speech Therapy
- Assistive Technologies
- Autism Experience
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Interpretation
- Patient Service Experience
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
Trusted Pediatricians serving Springfield, VA & Woodbridge, VA. Visit our website to book an appointment online: NOVA Pediatrics and Young Adult Medicine
