Counselor Resident – Social Work Fellow

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy through telehealth for children, adolescents, and their families.

• Conduct intake assessments, risk evaluations, treatment plans, and safety plans under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor.

• Ensure precise clinical documentation is completed within 24 hours after each session.

• Participate in individual and group supervision, engage in case consultations, and monitor clinical and supervision hours.

• Fulfill the Backpack Residency Program curriculum, which includes didactic training, case consultations, and preparation for the licensure exam.

• Collaborate effectively with clinical leadership, care coordination, and administrative teams.

• Adhere to HIPAA regulations, state licensing laws, ethical standards, and clinical policies and procedures.

• Incorporate feedback, complete necessary training, and work towards achieving independent licensure.

• Meet the required weekly client contact hours: a minimum of 15 hours for part-time or 25 hours for full-time.

• Fulfill quarterly expectations related to clinical development, documentation quality, and professional behavior.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related mental health discipline, either completed or in the final term of the program.

• Possession of an active provisional, associate-level, or equivalent license relevant to the residency track.

• Social Work Fellow: LMSW or state-equivalent provisional/associate social work license.

• Counselor Resident: LGPC or state-equivalent provisional/associate counseling license.

• Current residency and licensure in a state where Backpack Healthcare operates.

• Dedication to completing supervised clinical hours and achieving licensure milestones necessary for independent practice.

• Strong enthusiasm for working with children, adolescents, and families.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Openness to receiving feedback, participating in supervision, and ongoing development of clinical skills.

• Strong clinical judgment, professionalism, cultural humility, and a commitment to ethical, identity-affirming care.

• A private, HIPAA-compliant workspace.

• Reliable high-speed internet connection.

• Capability to conduct scheduled video sessions in a professional setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Structured clinical supervision and guidance.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Backpack Residency Program curriculum featuring didactic training, case consultations, and licensure exam preparation.

• Practical clinical experience.

• Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

• Fully remote work environment.