Mental Health Therapist/Coordinator of Substance Use Disorder Services

Student Health and Well-Being (SHWB) Mental Health Services at Johns Hopkins University seeks an energetic, organized, and motivated Mental Health Therapist /Coordinator of Substance Use Disorder Services to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment focused on delivering innovative mental healthcare and supporting the well-being of a diverse community of learners. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Clinical Services at Homewood, the Mental Health Therapist/Coordinator of Substance Use Disorder Services is part of a team of clinicians providing clinical and outreach services to undergraduate, graduate and professional students and learners across Johns Hopkins University.

The Mental Health Therapist will participate in the full range of generalist clinical service delivery, along with specific expertise in substance use disorders and harm reduction. As Coordinator of Substance Use Disorder Services, this clinician will serve as a consultant to other staff, contribute to professional development activities, and develop and implement group and psychoeducational interventions for clients and student populations. The incumbent will work collaboratively with primary care, psychiatry, and health promotion staff, along with colleagues in Mental Health Services, to provide care that emphasizes holistic wellness and mental well-being and that leverages students' resilience and other key skills. The incumbent will also collaborate with campus partners across the University through outreach and liaison activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in clinical work and all professional activities.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• This position's direct clinical service responsibilities will be primarily based at the Homewood and East Baltimore clinics but may provide virtual or in-person services and supervision at other locations in Maryland or Washington, D.C. See minimum qualifications for required timeframes for licensure. Jurisdictions required,Maryland and Washington, D.C.
  

Direct Clinical Service (65%)

• Creates a warm and welcoming clinical environment where clients feel supported and respected as they pursue their personal, academic, and professional goals.
• Provides multiculturally informed direct clinical services, including goal-oriented approaches to initial consultations, intake assessments, single-session therapy, individual counseling, group and relationship counseling, and crisis intervention for a diverse community of undergraduate and graduate students.

• Develops and implements assessment interventions with a special focus on substance use disorders and related/comorbid mental health concerns, to assist MHS providers in delivering optimal care to their clients.

• Develops and implements group interventions with a particular focus on substance use disorders and related/comorbid mental health concerns.

• Utilizes both flexible and goal-oriented approaches to individual treatment, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and interpersonal therapy, often in collaboration with treating psychiatrists.

• Collaborates with providers within SHWB as an interdisciplinary treatment team, including therapists, psychiatric providers, primary care clinicians, case management, and disability services staff.

• Provides clinical case management to support connections to appropriate resources and bridge clients to care.

• Consults, as appropriate, with providers in the community to facilitate continuity of care.

Outreach (15%)

• Develops, implements, and integrates evaluation feedback for psycho-educational workshops and other presentations for JHU students and learners, with a special focus on substance use disorders and related/comorbid mental health concerns using a harm reduction framework.
• Engages in opportunities for informal interactions with students to reduce barriers to counseling, which may include offering drop-in and chat hours, attending student events, and participating in a range of student-led and student-focused programs.
• Maintains a visible presence in the campus community through participation in outreach and educational activities including orientation, resource fairs, and community activities.
• Contributes to content for MHS social media and website content.
• Serves as liaison to a school, division, or department within JHU to enhance relationships with faculty, staff, students, and trainees; range of activities may include needs assessment, embedded chat or drop-in hours, participation in CARE teams, facilitating skills training or workshops, consultation, etc.

Collaborative and Other Activities (20%)

• Remains abreast of current literature and research on student behavioral health and evidence-based intervention strategies, with a particular focus on substance use disorders and related/comorbid mental health concerns.
• Contributes to the professional development of trainees and SHWB staff through the provision of didactic training and seminars, with a particular focus on substance use disorders and related/comorbid mental health concerns within a harm reduction framework.
• Leads or participates in a multi-disciplinary substance use disorders-focused clinical collaborative.
• Participates in case consultation, student risk management, peer chart reviews, and other departmental committees as directed.
• Participates in clinical training programs; licensed psychologists will enter the pool of available individual supervisors for the APA-approved psychology internship training program after 2 years of post-licensure experience.
• Works collaboratively with campus partners to support both clinical and programmatic needs of students and learners, with a particular focus on substance use disorders and related/comorbid mental health concerns within a harm reduction framework.
• Participates in MHS recruitment and hiring processes.
• Completes documentation and administrative duties in accordance with MHS policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of anti-oppression, inclusive excellence, and diversity through involvement and participation in university and division-wide projects and initiatives.
• Specialized training and/or experience with assessment, diagnosis, and interventions for substance use disorders and related/comorbid mental health concerns (e.g., past employment at a substance use disorder treatment center or role focusing on care for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders).
• Specialized training, interest, and/or experience working with one or more diverse populations is strongly preferred; examples include Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) identified students, the LGBTQ+ community, first-generation and/or limited-income students, international students, and students who identify as disabled, gender diverse, and on the neurodivergence spectrum.
• Clinical experience with presenting concerns prevalent within the student and learner population is strongly preferred; examples include identity development, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, disordered eating, co-occurring substance use disorders, sleep disorders, and ADHD.
• Experience independently executing psycho-educational presentations, programs, and events for a wide audience.
• Bilingual proficiency is highly desirable.

About Johns Hopkins University Division of Student Health and Well-Being

The Johns Hopkins University Student Health & Well-Being practice group supports well-being, primary care, and mental health services for JHU students and learners across all nine schools within the University. Our integrated service delivery model provides dynamic health and well-being promotion, support and programming, student disability services including guidance and resources, and in-person primary and mental health care options at our clinics as well as remote support through phone and online resources.

We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and supporting the professional development of a diverse team of practitioners and support staff who bring a range of intersecting identities as well as personal and professional experiences to their roles. The Johns Hopkins University comprises undergraduate and graduate students and learners from across the globe, and the division of Student Health and Well-being prioritizes innovative care delivery models to meet the evolving needs of our stakeholders and to support the development and sustainability of well-being.

Additional Information (Working Conditions)

• Schedule
• This is a 37.5-hour/week position. One evening clinic per week; additional flexible scheduling may be possible.
• This position requires evening and weekend work dependent on the programmatic needs of the University and for activities during the academic year (e.g., orientation, special events, etc.).
• One day of remote work is standard; additional remote days may be required or permitted based on operational needs.
• This is a 12-month, year-round position.
• This position is designated as a Required Attendance Employee, designated as vital to the operation of a work group, so may be required to work during a university closure in response to operational needs.

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or other closely related field.
  

• Two years of professional experience (post-graduate).
  

• Professional licensure by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists.

• Doctoral Degree (DSW, Ph.D., Psy.D., or relevant terminal degree) from an accredited program.
• Independently licensed in required jurisdiction(s) noted in the job description or license-eligible within 6 months.
• Clinical experience in a university setting is strongly preferred.

Classified Title: Mental Health Therapist
Job Posting Title (Working Title):Mental Health Therapist/Coordinator of Substance Use Disorder Services
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC
Starting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($70,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon - Fri / 08:30am - 06:00pm (Variable, some evening work possible)
Exempt Status:Exempt
Location:Homewood Campus
Department name: Mental Health Services
Personnel area: University Student Services