Full-Time Licensed Mental Health Therapist (Remote – Maryland Licensed Only)

Full-Time Licensed Mental Health Therapist (Remote – Maryland Licensed Only)
Location: Fully Remote (Must hold an active Maryland license)
Schedule: Full-Time (36 hours/weekly) | Preferred Hours: Weekdays 2 PM–9 PM | Evening availability required; weekends a plus

Build a Meaningful Full-Time Career in Child & Adolescent Mental Health

At Backpack Healthcare, we are redefining access to high-quality mental health care for children, adolescents, and young adults. As a clinician-led, minority-owned organization, we prioritize supporting our therapists—because when clinicians thrive, clients do too.

We’re expanding our Maryland team and seeking full-time licensed therapists who are looking for long-term career growth, and a mission-driven environment.

Compensation & Workload

• $65 per billable hour — LCSW-C, LCPC, LMFT (independently licensed)
• $45 per billable hour — LMSW, LGPC (requires supervision; limited openings)
• Target caseload: 25 sessions/weekly with 36 hours of availability!
• Strong referral pipeline to support full caseloads and income stability
• Structured scheduling assistance to help maintain productivity goals

Why Join Backpack Healthcare Full-Time?

Remote Flexibility
Deliver care from anywhere in Maryland with a fully remote setup and dedicated administrative support—no commuting required.

Impact-Driven Work
Serve children and families in underserved communities using evidence-based practices that create measurable outcomes.

Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities

• Supervision and mentorship opportunities
• Participation in Residency Program

Professional Development

• CEU reimbursement (up to $300 annually)
• Ongoing clinical training and case consultation
• Complimentary supervision for eligible clinicians

Supportive Clinical Environment
Work within a collaborative interdisciplinary team with accessible leadership, streamlined systems, and a strong focus on reducing burnout.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care Delivery

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy via secure telehealth platforms
• Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults (e.g., CBT, trauma-informed care)
• Facilitate crisis intervention and safety planning when clinically appropriate

Assessment & Treatment Planning

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and diagnostic evaluations
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized, client-centered treatment plans
• Monitor client progress and adjust interventions based on clinical outcomes

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, PMHNPs, school personnel, and other care providers
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews and team meetings
• Coordinate referrals to higher levels of care or community resources as needed

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the EHR
• Maintain up-to-date treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries
• Adhere to all state, federal, and organizational compliance standards

Family Engagement & Support

• Provide psychoeducation to caregivers and families
• Support family involvement in treatment planning and progress
• Address barriers to care and promote consistent engagement

Additional Contributions

• Participate in supervision, training, and professional development activities
• Contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives
• Mentor or support junior clinicians (for independently licensed therapists)

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 3% Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• $25,000 Company-Paid Life Insurance
• CEU reimbursement and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for supervisory and leadership roles

Qualifications

• Active Maryland license: LGPC, LCPC, LMSW, or LCSW-C
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Strong clinical skills and commitment to youth and family mental health
• Comfortable with telehealth platforms and electronic documentation
• Bilingual (Spanish) strongly preferred

Build a Career With Purpose

This is more than a job—it’s a full-time career path offering stability, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of Maryland’s youth and families.

Apply today and join a team that’s transforming behavioral healthcare—one family at a time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.

Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.