Licensed Behavioral Health Professional - Sex Offender Specialist

Position Overview

Innovative Therapeutic Services (ITS) is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Professional – Sex Offender Specialist for a contractual, as‑needed role providing mental health services to children and adolescents in a juvenile detention center setting. This position involves supporting youth experiencing a variety of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD, while providing specialized interventions for behaviors of concern.

This is a contractual, as‑needed role with flexible scheduling based on site needs.

Onboarding and required training are expected to begin in February 2026, with staff assuming their full clinical roles effective March 1, 2026
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• Conduct individual therapy and assessments for 8–12 youth
• Complete psychosocial evaluations as needed
• Create and review treatment plans every 6 months
• Participate in individual and group supervision
• Attend clinical staff meetings as scheduled
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work
• Licensed in the state of Maryland in good standing (LCSWC, LMSW, LGPC, or LCPC)
• Minimum of 3 years counseling experience
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a juvenile detention center required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet‑based systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to complete a federal and state background check
• Reliable transportation

• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
• Flexibility, creativity, and strong problem‑solving abilities
• Commitment to ethical practice and high‑quality clinical care

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted perks through ADP
• Free trainings and CEUs
• Board Certified Supervisors are available for Licensed Graduate Professional Counselors and Licensed Master Social Workers who may need individual and/or group supervision hours.

Innovative Therapeutic Services (ITS) is a growing Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OMHC) dedicated to delivering comprehensive, evidence‑based mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. Our multidisciplinary team provides high‑quality psychotherapy, psychiatric rehabilitation, and medication management grounded in trauma‑informed and client‑centered care.

As part of our strategic expansion, ITS is extending mental health services throughout Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) centers across Maryland. This expansion reflects our mission to increase access to high‑quality behavioral health care for justice‑involved youth while creating meaningful opportunities for clinicians to contribute to systems‑level impact, professional growth, and community‑based change.