Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Maryland
Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Maryland represent one of the more active markets on the East Coast, concentrated in behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, and community mental health centers, with demand at every level from new clinician to clinical supervisor. The heaviest hiring is in and around Baltimore, the Washington D.C. suburbs of Montgomery and Prince George's counties, and Annapolis, where anchor employers like Johns Hopkins Health System, University of Maryland Medical System, and Adventist HealthCare maintain a sustained presence. The most in-demand specialties are trauma-informed care, substance use disorder treatment, and school-based services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Part-Time Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Remote | Maryland License Required | Flexible Schedule
Fully Remote | Part-Time | Preferred Hours: Weekdays 2 PM–9 PM | Weekend Availability a Plus
Make a Meaningful Difference — On a Schedule That Works for You
What if you could do meaningful clinical work without sacrificing the flexibility you need outside of work?
At Backpack Healthcare, we're transforming access to behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, and young adults. As a clinician-led, minority-owned organization, we believe great care starts with meeting families where they are — and supporting the clinicians who care for them.
We're looking for passionate Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Social Work Clinicians who bring a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and systems-oriented approach to their work.
Whether you're looking to supplement your practice, build your caseload, serve your community, or grow toward clinical leadership, Backpack gives you the flexibility and support to make an impact.
Competitive Compensation + Monthly Bonus Potential
- $65 per billable hour — LCSW-C/LCPC/LMFT, independently licensed
- $45 per billable hour — LMSW/LGPC, with clinical supervision provided
- Monthly bonus potential for eligible clinicians based on applicable productivity and performance criteria
- Target caseload of 15–22 sessions per week
- Clinical supervision and professional development opportunities
Earn More While You Grow
Your earning potential goes beyond your billable rate.
Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn a monthly performance-based bonus in addition to their regular compensation. Bonus eligibility is based on applicable productivity and performance expectations, providing an additional opportunity to increase your monthly earnings while being recognized for delivering consistent, high-quality care.
Why You'll Love This Role
100% Remote. Statewide Impact.
Provide meaningful mental health care to youth and families across Maryland — without the commute, office overhead, or geographic barriers.
️ Flexibility That Fits Your Life
Build a part-time schedule around your life. Our highest-need hours are typically weekday afternoons and evenings, 2 PM–9 PM, with weekend availability welcomed.
Practice the Social Work You Believe In
Social work is about more than what happens inside a therapy session. Support the whole family system through care coordination, resource connection, family education, and attention to social determinants of health.
A Team That Has Your Back
You won't be on your own. Collaborate with therapists, psychiatrists, PMHNPs, Care Coordinators, and other members of our multidisciplinary team.
Grow Without Leaving the Clinical Work You Love
Take advantage of:
- Free clinical supervision for eligible LMSWs
- CEU reimbursement and ongoing training
- Mentorship opportunities
- Clinical leadership pathways
- Future supervision and leadership opportunities
What You'll Do
As a Backpack clinician, you'll:
- Provide individual, family, and caregiver-focused therapy through secure telehealth
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments
- Develop strengths-based, client-centered treatment plans
- Deliver trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, PMHNPs, therapists, and care team members
- Support care coordination, resource linkage, and family education
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in our EHR
- Partner with families to create sustainable change beyond the therapy session
Benefits for Eligible Part-Time Team Members
Depending on eligibility, you'll have access to:
- 401(k) with 3% company match
- ❤️ $25,000 company-paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CEU reimbursement and ongoing professional training
- Clinical supervision opportunities
- Mentorship and clinical leadership development pathways
What We're Looking For
Required/Preferred Qualifications:
- Active Maryland license — LCSW-C or LMSW strongly preferred
- LGPC or LCPC candidates may also be considered
- Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health discipline
- Experience or strong interest in working with children, adolescents, and families
- Strong understanding of social work values, advocacy, equity, and client-centered care
- Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
- Strong communication, documentation, and technology skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
- Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice
Why Backpack Healthcare?
Since 2020, we've served 12,000+ children and families through accessible behavioral healthcare.
We're building something different: a place where clinicians can provide excellent care without having to choose between meaningful work and a sustainable career.
At Backpack, you can start part-time and grow your clinical skills, expand your impact, pursue supervision or mentorship, and explore leadership opportunities as your career evolves.
When clinicians thrive, kids thrive. That's not just a tagline — it's how we build.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a Maryland-licensed social worker looking for flexibility, strong clinical support, competitive compensation, monthly bonus potential, and meaningful work with youth and families, we'd love to hear from you.
Backpack Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in background, identity, experience, ability, and perspective, and we welcome qualified candidates from all communities to bring their unique talents to Backpack.
Part-Time Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Remote | Maryland License Required | Flexible Schedule
Fully Remote | Part-Time | Preferred Hours: Weekdays 2 PM–9 PM | Weekend Availability a Plus
Make a Meaningful Difference — On a Schedule That Works for You
What if you could do meaningful clinical work without sacrificing the flexibility you need outside of work?
At Backpack Healthcare, we're transforming access to behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, and young adults. As a clinician-led, minority-owned organization, we believe great care starts with meeting families where they are — and supporting the clinicians who care for them.
We're looking for passionate Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Social Work Clinicians who bring a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and systems-oriented approach to their work.
Whether you're looking to supplement your practice, build your caseload, serve your community, or grow toward clinical leadership, Backpack gives you the flexibility and support to make an impact.
Competitive Compensation + Monthly Bonus Potential
- $65 per billable hour — LCSW-C/LCPC/LMFT, independently licensed
- $45 per billable hour — LMSW/LGPC, with clinical supervision provided
- Monthly bonus potential for eligible clinicians based on applicable productivity and performance criteria
- Target caseload of 15–22 sessions per week
- Clinical supervision and professional development opportunities
Earn More While You Grow
Your earning potential goes beyond your billable rate.
Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn a monthly performance-based bonus in addition to their regular compensation. Bonus eligibility is based on applicable productivity and performance expectations, providing an additional opportunity to increase your monthly earnings while being recognized for delivering consistent, high-quality care.
Why You'll Love This Role
100% Remote. Statewide Impact.
Provide meaningful mental health care to youth and families across Maryland — without the commute, office overhead, or geographic barriers.
️ Flexibility That Fits Your Life
Build a part-time schedule around your life. Our highest-need hours are typically weekday afternoons and evenings, 2 PM–9 PM, with weekend availability welcomed.
Practice the Social Work You Believe In
Social work is about more than what happens inside a therapy session. Support the whole family system through care coordination, resource connection, family education, and attention to social determinants of health.
A Team That Has Your Back
You won't be on your own. Collaborate with therapists, psychiatrists, PMHNPs, Care Coordinators, and other members of our multidisciplinary team.
Grow Without Leaving the Clinical Work You Love
Take advantage of:
- Free clinical supervision for eligible LMSWs
- CEU reimbursement and ongoing training
- Mentorship opportunities
- Clinical leadership pathways
- Future supervision and leadership opportunities
What You'll Do
As a Backpack clinician, you'll:
- Provide individual, family, and caregiver-focused therapy through secure telehealth
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments
- Develop strengths-based, client-centered treatment plans
- Deliver trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, PMHNPs, therapists, and care team members
- Support care coordination, resource linkage, and family education
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in our EHR
- Partner with families to create sustainable change beyond the therapy session
Benefits for Eligible Part-Time Team Members
Depending on eligibility, you'll have access to:
- 401(k) with 3% company match
- ❤️ $25,000 company-paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CEU reimbursement and ongoing professional training
- Clinical supervision opportunities
- Mentorship and clinical leadership development pathways
What We're Looking For
Required/Preferred Qualifications:
- Active Maryland license — LCSW-C or LMSW strongly preferred
- LGPC or LCPC candidates may also be considered
- Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health discipline
- Experience or strong interest in working with children, adolescents, and families
- Strong understanding of social work values, advocacy, equity, and client-centered care
- Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
- Strong communication, documentation, and technology skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
- Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice
Why Backpack Healthcare?
Since 2020, we've served 12,000+ children and families through accessible behavioral healthcare.
We're building something different: a place where clinicians can provide excellent care without having to choose between meaningful work and a sustainable career.
At Backpack, you can start part-time and grow your clinical skills, expand your impact, pursue supervision or mentorship, and explore leadership opportunities as your career evolves.
When clinicians thrive, kids thrive. That's not just a tagline — it's how we build.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a Maryland-licensed social worker looking for flexibility, strong clinical support, competitive compensation, monthly bonus potential, and meaningful work with youth and families, we'd love to hear from you.
Backpack Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in background, identity, experience, ability, and perspective, and we welcome qualified candidates from all communities to bring their unique talents to Backpack.
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health13
- BWN1B
- Presence1
- Hello ABA1
- BetterHelp1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical social worker jobs across Maryland.
- Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) credential issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners
- Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
- Two or more years of post-licensure clinical experience in a relevant setting
- Experience with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused therapy
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in clinical settings
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with managed care billing and authorization processes
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland?
You become a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland by earning a master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program, then applying to the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure. Maryland's highest clinical license is the LCSW-C, which requires passing the ASWB Clinical exam and completing a supervised post-master's practice period under an approved supervisor. Applications, supervision requirements, and eligibility criteria are published by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
Which companies hire licensed clinical social workers in Maryland?
Companies currently hiring licensed clinical social workers in Maryland include LifeStance Health, BWN, and Presence, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's concentration of federally funded health systems, VA facilities, and large nonprofit behavioral health networks means full-time LCSW-C openings appear consistently throughout the year.
Which Maryland cities have the most licensed clinical social worker jobs?
The Maryland cities with the most licensed clinical social worker openings are Annapolis, Baltimore, and Millersville. Baltimore anchors the market with its dense concentration of hospital systems and community behavioral health organizations, while the D.C. suburban counties of Montgomery and Prince George's draw volume from large health systems, county government agencies, and federally affiliated programs that serve the region's diverse population.
Are there remote licensed clinical social worker jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because many licensed clinical social worker roles involve direct in-person care, case management visits, or regulated clinical settings. About 96% of licensed clinical social worker openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the positions most likely to offer remote work are outpatient telehealth therapy roles and care coordination positions that do not require on-site client contact.
How can I get hired as a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate or supervised clinical social worker positions, which Maryland employers post specifically for candidates who are still accumulating the supervised hours required for the LCSW-C. Large systems such as University of Maryland Medical System, Johns Hopkins, and county-run behavioral health departments in Montgomery and Baltimore counties regularly hire master's-level social workers at the LMSW level and provide the structured supervision needed to advance. Adjacent roles such as case manager, care coordinator, and clinical intake specialist are common lateral moves that give early-career professionals the documentation and caseload experience that hiring managers look for.
Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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