Mental Health Clinician Jobs in Maryland

Mental Health Clinician jobs in Maryland concentrate heavily in community behavioral health centers, hospital systems, and state-funded programs, with strong demand from entry-level clinician roles through senior therapist and clinical supervisor positions. The busiest hiring markets are Baltimore, Silver Spring, and Annapolis, where anchor employers such as Johns Hopkins Health System, Sheppard Pratt, and the University of Maryland Medical System maintain ongoing demand. The most sought-after specialties in Maryland right now are trauma-informed care, substance use disorder treatment, and child and adolescent behavioral health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerJohns Hopkins University
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring5
Work type100% Hybrid
Top credentialMaster's degree in social work

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Licensed Mental Health Clinician
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Licensed Mental Health Clinician
Bee Well Holistic Healing and Mental Health
Easton, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$57k.38 - $154k.3/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree

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School-Based Mental Health Clinician (LCSW-C / LCPC)
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School-Based Mental Health Clinician (LCSW-C / LCPC)
K&I Healthcare Services
Baltimore, Maryland
Allied Health
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
$85k - $90k/yr
Master's degree in social work

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School Based Mental Health Clinician LCSWC LCPC
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School Based Mental Health Clinician LCSWC LCPC
K&I Healthcare Services, LLC
Baltimore, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$85k - $90k/yr
Master's degree in social work

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Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team Clinician (Mental Health Services, Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team)
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Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team Clinician (Mental Health Services, Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team)
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$33.95 - $59.55/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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OMHC Licensed Mental Health Clinician Contractor
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OMHC Licensed Mental Health Clinician Contractor
Allen-Ayuk Behavioral Health Center, LLC
Annapolis, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$60 - $80/hr
Counseling Certification

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Mental Health Clinician Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Baltimore
6 jobs
Annapolis
2 jobs
Hyattsville
2 jobs
Easton
1 job
Bel Air
1 job

Mental Health Clinician Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Johns Hopkins University3 open roles
Interdynamics2 open roles
Luminis Health1 open role

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mental health clinician jobs across Maryland.

  • Active Maryland LCSW, LCPC, or LGPC license or license-eligible status required
  • Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related clinical field
  • Experience conducting individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Credible
  • Ability to complete clinical assessments, treatment plans, and progress documentation
  • Clearance through Maryland's criminal background check and child abuse registry

Mental Health Clinician Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health clinician in Maryland?

Becoming a mental health clinician in Maryland requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field, followed by obtaining licensure through the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists or the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners. Most entry-level clinicians begin with a Graduate Professional Counselor license or LGSW, accumulate supervised clinical hours, and then sit for the full licensure exam. The specific board and exam depend on your degree and practice area.

Which companies hire mental health clinicians in Maryland?

Maryland mental health clinician roles are posted by Johns Hopkins University, Interdynamics, and Luminis Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maryland's strong network of community mental health centers, Veterans Affairs facilities, and large health systems like Sheppard Pratt and Johns Hopkins creates consistent year-round hiring across the state.

Which Maryland cities have the most mental health clinician jobs?

Baltimore, Annapolis, and Hyattsville have the most mental health clinician openings in Maryland. Baltimore drives the largest share of demand given its concentration of hospital systems, academic medical centers, and community behavioral health organizations, while Silver Spring and Annapolis reflect steady hiring from suburban outpatient clinics, county health departments, and state government-affiliated programs serving the greater D.C. corridor.

Are there remote mental health clinician jobs in Maryland?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because telehealth has become a standard delivery model for outpatient therapy in Maryland. About 100% of mental health clinician openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting strong demand for virtual therapy platforms and telepsychiatry programs. Outpatient individual therapy, case management, and crisis counseling roles are the most commonly offered in remote or hybrid formats.

How can I get hired as a mental health clinician in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for licensed graduate professional counselor or LGSW positions at community behavioral health centers, which are designed for newly licensed clinicians who need supervised hours toward full licensure. Large Maryland employers such as Sheppard Pratt and the University of Maryland Medical System run structured residency and training programs for new graduates. Lateral moves from case manager, psychiatric rehabilitation specialist, or crisis intervention roles are also a well-established door into clinical work, and holding your graduate license before applying gives you a clear edge over unlicensed candidates.

Where can I find and apply to mental health clinician jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to mental health clinician jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your license level, specialty, and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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