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Providing mental health and substance use services to children, adults, and families.

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Carroll County Youth Service Bureau (CCYSB) is an outpatient behavioral health clinic-serving people of all ages who present with a continuum of mental health and/or substance use concerns. CCYSB is located in Westminster, MD and has been in operation since 1972. We are committed to cultural competence, and dedicated to excellence in service, innovation in programming, and responsiveness to our community.

Benefits – We have a very generous benefit plan available to employees who work 30 or more hours per week. Benefits may include:

  • Generous Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance
  • Paid vacation/sick/personal days
  • Paid holidays
  • 403(b) with employer contribution

 

Work Atmosphere: At Carroll County Youth Service Bureau, we promote the success of our staff, value specialized training, and encourage a work/home balance that supports a satisfying professional experience.

Diversity & Inclusion:  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to providing equal treatment and opportunities throughout our recruitment and hiring processes.   We strongly encourage women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals with disabilities, those in recovery, and veterans to apply for positions at all levels.

Unless otherwise noted, to apply for a position at CCYSB, please send your cover letter/resume to:

     Aeman Khan, Human Resources Manager at akhan@ccysb.org or
     59 Kate Wagner Road, Westminster, MD 21157

At the right is a list of current employment opportunities within our organization:

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We are seeking a dedicated Program Director to oversee the Connecting Youth & Family Engagement Programs.

Connecting Youth:

This program serves youth ages 16-24 who are not in school, not employed, and who may be homeless. CCYSB, along with Human Services Programs (HSP) and the Carroll County Workforce Development partner to provide a coordinated county-wide approach to re-engage these youth and reduce youth homelessness.

Family Engagement:

In partnership with Carroll County Department of Juvenile Services (DJS), CCYSB provides behavioral health case management services for youth and their families at risk of involvement in Maryland’s Department of Juvenile Services. Family Engagement Program staff assess the youth and family’s needs and facilitate linkages to services in the community, with the purpose of diverting these youth from involvement, or further involvement in DJS.

Essential Functions

  • Assist in writing and planning for special program initiatives
  • Provide back-up referral coverage as needed
  • Manage all program referrals and program waitlists, contact referrals and conduct intake assessments for all participants including program assessment, initial barrier screenings, clinical measures and screenings, and agency consents.
  • Conduct emergency barrier screenings and interviews as necessary
  • Assess, arrange, and communicate in-service training needs, consultation, workshops and seminars for Connecting Youth and Family Engagement staff
  • Coordinate Connecting Youth Council/ Youth Homelessness Subcommittee
  • Serve as committee co-chair for Youth Homelessness Subcommittee
  • Foster continued commitment of three initial partnering agencies – CCWD, HSP, CCYSB
  • Enlist additional agencies and organizations to join interagency partnerships
  • Recruit agency partners to participate in the Connecting Youth Council/ Youth Homelessness Subcommittee
  • Community Liaison
  • Conduct outreach to community agencies and groups to develop and renew working partnerships
  • Serve on task forces and committees as needed- Homelessness Outreach, THRIVE, YHS, YAB, Youth Reach, PIT Count
  • Organize public awareness activities and presentations as needed
  • Assist with grant writing for applicable grants
  • Meet with licensure/grant monitors as needed
  • Assist with development of annual programmatic budget
  • Update Clinical Director of Behavioral Health Services of progress/needs of program
  • Maintain public relations with community to solicit referrals to program
  • Facilitate weekly program staff meetings for CY and FEP
  • Facilitate monthly team meetings with CCWD and DJS
  • Provide regular supervision and performance evaluation of program staff
  • Maintain program supplies, manual, and associated forms
  • Represent agency at Local Care Team meeting
  • Coordinate with Billing as needed to complete billing process
  • Maintain and monitor program data, policies, procedures, and expectations to meet licensure and grant requirements including the completion of quarter reports
  • Carries Clinical Case Management caseload (short term therapy and medication management support for program participants)
  • Represent programs at agency triage and facilitate referrals into the OMHC
  • Conduct chart audits, track and approve Action Plans and Action Plan Reviews
  • Track and maintain program Flex Fund budgets and expenditures
  • track and maintain 2 program vehicles including tracking mileage, maintenance, repairs, etc.
  • Assist in personnel decisions regarding performance and hiring of staff
  • Provide agency administrative, evening, and holiday coverage as needed
  • Approve timecards, mileage, and expense reports of related staff`

Knowledge and Skills Required

  • Master’s Degree in mental health field such as social work, psychology, or psychiatric nursing
  • Three to five years’ experience supervising or managing a related program
  • Three to five years’ of directly related clinical experience
  • Ability to provide clinical supervision to licensed staff and completed training as required by applicable licensing Board (ie Board of Social Work)
  • Ability to operate computer programs such as Office 365, Email and Internet
  • Ability to use general office equipment (computer, phones, copiers, fax, etc.)
  • Ability to use initiative and judgment in scope of designated responsibilities to ensure that matters requiring attention are appropriately delegated or handled
  • Able to effectively communicate with clients, contractors, vendors, supervisors, co-workers, and other persons in writing and by telephone while remaining professional, pleasant, and respectful
  • Ability to conduct oneself as a team member through use of collegial words and actions that support co-workers and Carroll County Youth Service Bureau’s philosophy, mission and vision

Licensing

  • Valid driver’s license with no more than two points
  • Licensed in the state of Maryland to provide behavioral health treatment services including but not limited to LCPC, LCSW-C, LGPC, LGSW or APRN-PMH and licensure must be in good standing with accrediting body

Training

Must participate and successfully complete a variety of training which may include Infection Control, HIPAA, Corporate Compliance/Ethics, Consumer Rights, First Aid/CPR and other training as requested.

This position is 30 hours a week or option to work 40 hours (10 hours in clinic).

Psychology Associate

Job Description:

The Carroll County Youth Service Bureau Children’s SMART Clinic is seeking a Psychology Associate to work with children ages 0-12 at the Carroll County Youth Service Bureau in Westminster, MD under the supervision of our Licensed Psychologist. The position will require specific expertise in early childhood development and behavioral health including diagnosis and assessment. Specific responsibilities will include:

  • Conduct psychological, neuropsychological, and diagnostic evaluations for a wide range of disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, behavior disorders, and developmental disabilities.
  • Competence with a wide range of gold-standard assessment measures including ADOS-2, Bayley-3, Mullen, WPPSI-IV, WIAT, and behavioral questionnaires. Competence should include administration, scoring, interpretation, and comprehensive reporting that is understandable by patients and other professionals with practical recommendations.
  • Use of Electronic Health Record (myEvolv),
  • Active collaboration with early childhood community partners including the education and health systems, mental health providers, and school system staff.
  • Collaboration with the clinic team to identify and refer to evidence -based treatment services for young children.
  • Offer short-term consultative services around developmental, behavioral, and learning needs including general parenting, behavioral management, system engagement, and advocacy. Case consultation will center on behavioral and mental health concerns, and may include developmental and mental health screenings, plus additional testing as required. Results and discussion of needed services and input on care coordination will be required.

Requirements:

  • Maryland Licensed Psychology Associate
  • All requirements needed for insurance panels, current in network status preferred.
  • Experience with assessment and treatment of a range of disorders specific to young children
  • Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $73,592.00 – $80,391.00 per year

Expected hours: 10 per week

Maryland Licensed Therapist (LCSW-C, LCPC, LMSW, or LGPC)

Position Details:

  • Provide high-quality therapy for individuals, families, and groups with mental health, substance use or co-occurring presentations;
  • Provide clinical interventions; including diagnostic intake assessments, treatment plans, and use of Greenspace Mental Health to drive data-informed treatment;
  • Coordination of care for all ages;
  • Participation in weekly group consult focused on offering and obtaining support from colleagues related to all areas of treatment, including successful and challenging cases;
  • Additional opportunities may include training in evidence-based therapy, working with a team on a grant-funded initiative, and/or assisting with program development

Requirements:

  • Maryland-licensed LCSW-C, LCPC, LMSW or LGPC
  • Evening availability (twice per week)
  • Ability to work independently and with a team
  • Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, a positive attitude, effective leadership abilities, and a passion for patient care and clinical excellence
  • Solid computer and basic technology skills
  • Self-motivated and independent, able to quickly build rapport with clients

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
  • 403(b) program with an employer match
  • Up to 29 days off in first year (a combination of vacation, holidays, and personal days; this does not include sick leave)
  • Professional development/CEU support
  • Clinical supervision at NO cost
  • Generous time built into schedule to support clinicians and allow maintenance of a productive caseload
  • Eligibility to participate in Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

We are seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist who will support clients in the Open Access program.

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will work one-on-one and/or in a group setting to support clients’ efforts with recovery in both mental health and substance use diagnoses. This position also includes some tasks related to data collection and management.

To be qualified for the position, candidates must have a personal history of mental health diagnosis, having received or currently receiving mental health/substance abuse services and be well along with their recovery; must be a Certified Peer Specialist, if not currently certified, it is expected that the peer will work with Maryland Addiction and Behavioral Health Professional Certification Board to obtain certification. One year of previous experience working with adults with mental illness is also required. The person in this position will also have the opportunity to become certified as an Application Counselor to help clients obtain Medicaid insurance if they qualify. 

Position Summary

We are seeking a full-time (30 hours) Registered Nurse to work with our ACT program. Our multidisciplinary team provides a variety of supportive services to adults with chronic mental illness. Our nurses work closely with our clients assisting them with medications and medical appointments in addition to daily living supports. These services are provided in the community and in the client’s homes.

If you can work independently as well as with a team, are organized and have the ability to multi-task, this position may be for you.

Qualifications:

  • RN license, current, licensed to practice in Maryland
  • Access to a dependable vehicle
  • Clean driving record
  • Good communication skills
  • Previous mental health experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Standard shift: Day shift

Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday

Experience: Nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • BLS Certification (Preferred)
  • RN (Required)

Summary: The Major Gifts and Planned Giving Officer is responsible for fostering relationships on behalf of CCYSB, discerning the philanthropic priorities of individual and corporate donors, and aligning them with the priorities and needs of the Agency. Responsible for creating and maintaining a robust portfolio of prospects at the major and principal gift levels.

Essential Functions

  • Develop and maintain a planned giving program to identify, educate, and solicit prospective donors on planned giving strategies and beneficiary designations.
  • Develop and maintain individual and corporate giving programs, sponsorships, and societies.
  • Develop and execute donor appreciation events, as well as ad-hoc prospect identification, cultivation, and stewardship events to introduce and engage prospective donors to our organization.
  • Develop personal portfolios for individual, corporate, and foundation giving to track and manage prospect interactions, solicitations, and overall strategies using the donor database.
  • Increase corporate support and partnership by networking and speaking at professional events; cultivating select corporate sponsors, securing personal visits and tours, generating new leads.
  • Attend professional and development specific trainings and conferences.
  • Ensure annual appeal mailings are developed and sent according to established timeline.
  • Work with the Executive Director, Board, and Committees to increase individual, foundation and corporate prospect pipeline and evolve the Agency’s fundraising strategy to establish long-term financial stability.
  • Identify potential major donors (individual, corporate, and foundations). Cultivate and meet prospective donors and supporters on a continual basis to establish effective communications with them.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with local service organizations, corporations, professional services (investment brokers, attorneys) to ensure a constant flow of support in the pipeline.
  • Maintain and further develop annual appeal plans.
  • Develop special appeals programs as well as sustainable annual appeals.
  • Expand and maintain corporate giving prospects and donors.
  • Steward current donors, ensuring renewal of funding and strengthening relationships.
  • Plan, manage, and implement annual giving, major gifts and, if applicable, capital campaign. This includes but is not limited to prospect identification and research, cultivation, solicitation, gift processing acknowledgements and stewardship.
  • Develop and manage a portfolio of prospective donors.

Knowledge and Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business or related field of study.
  • At least three years of experience in major gifts, campaigns, or planned giving.
  • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, InDesign and social networking)
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team member.
  • Some knowledge of local, state, and national philanthropic community.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as required (some evenings and weekends as needed.)
  • Outstanding customer service skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to use initiative and judgment in scope of designated responsibilities to ensure that matters requiring attention are appropriately delegated or handled.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with clients, contractors, vendors, supervisors, co-workers, and other persons in writing and by telephone while remaining professional, pleasant, and respectful.
  • Ability to conduct oneself as a team member through use of collegial words and actions that support co-workers and Carroll County Youth Service Bureau’s philosophy, mission and vision.

Physical Working Conditions

  • This job requires sitting for 80% of the workday; lifting/carrying/moving objects up to 10 pounds; bending or reaching to file and working while standing/moving.
  • Smoke-free office and property.
  • Lighted, heated/cooled area typical of an office.
  • Noise from office equipment including telephone, computer, copier, etc. and from staff interactions.
  • If working off-site employee may encounter buildings in the community that may be smoke-filled and non-handicap accessible.

Training

Must participate and successfully complete a variety of training which may include Infection Control, HIPAA, Corporate Compliance/Ethics, Consumer Rights, First Aid/CPR and other training as requested.

HIPAA

Abides by HIPAA policies and procedures. Reports to the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Department Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

The Caroll County Youth Service Bureau Children’s SMART Clinic is seeking a licensed psychologist to work with children ages 0-12 at the Carroll County Youth Service Bureau in Westminster, MD. This candidate may have potential for expansion in the SMART Clinic program in the future.  The position will require specific expertise in early childhood development and behavioral health including diagnosis and assessment. Specific responsibilities will include:

  • Conduct psychological, neuropsychological, and diagnostic evaluations for a wide range of disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, anxiety, behavior disorders, and developmental disabilities.
  • Competence with a wide range of gold-standard assessment measures including ADOS-2, Bayley-3, Mullen, WPPSI-IV, WIAT, and behavioral questionnaires. Competence should include administration, scoring, interpretation, and comprehensive reporting that is understandable by patients and other professionals with practical recommendations.
  • Use of Electronic Health Record (myEvolv),
  • Active collaboration with early childhood community partners including the education and health systems, mental health providers, and school system staff.
  • Collaboration with the clinic team to identify and refer to evidence -based treatment services for young children.
  • Offer short-term consultative services around developmental, behavioral, and learning needs including general parenting, behavioral management, system engagement, and advocacy. Case consultation will center on behavioral and mental health concerns, and may include developmental and mental health screenings, plus additional testing as required. Results and discussion of needed services and input on care coordination will be required.

Schedule: Flexible and up to 10 hours

Compensation: $60-$70 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements include:

  • Licensed
  • All requirements needed for insurance panels, current in network status preferred.
  • Experience with assessment and treatment of a range of disorders specific to young children
  • Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis

Send curriculum vitae and letter of interest to Aeman Khan, Human Resource Manager at akhan@ccysb.org

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Full-time Case Manager/Engagement Manager for our Family Engagement Program. This is a 40 hour per week position that is responsible for providing case management services to families and youth who are at risk of involvement or are currently involved with Maryland’s Department of Juvenile Services. Services will be provided in the home and in the community, as well as at CCYSB.

Hours are Monday-Friday with at least one evening a week (until 7 or 8 pm).

The Family Engagement Manager duties include:

  • Assess youth and family’s needs and facilitate linkages to services in the community
  • Work with youth and family to promote risk reduction as part of a treatment plan
  • Complete detailed needs assessment and facilitate linkages to community services
  • Develop relationships with community resources to increase accessibility for youth
  • Promote care coordination, stabilization and risk reduction as part of a coordinated treatment team
  • Represent the program and agency at community meetings including care coordination meetings, outreach meetings, and agency marketing opportunities
  • Complete documentation for all participant contacts and works with participants to develop person-centered Action Plans

Requirements & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related discipline
  • In lieu of a degree, candidates will only be considered if they have at least 1 year of directly relevant experience or 2 years of experience working in general human services
  • Experience working as a case manager
  • Comfortable working on a team of mental health professionals
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management and efficiency is a must including ability to arrive to work on time and manage office and field time effectively
  • Familiarity with local resources and social service agencies
  • Valid driver’s license and comfortable transporting and meeting with clients in the community, including in home services is a must

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Education: Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience: Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification: Driver’s License (Required)

We are seeking a proficient Spanish-speaking translator to support our agency in effectively communicating with our Spanish-speaking clients. This role involves translating documents, conversations, and providing language support as needed.  

 Key Responsibilities: 

  1. Translation Services:
  • Translate written materials such as documents, emails, and reports from English to Spanish and vice versa.
  • Provide verbal translation during meetings, appointments, and other interactions as required.
  1. Client Support:
  • Assist Spanish-speaking clients by interpreting during phone calls, appointments, and other interactions.
  • Ensure effective communication between English-speaking staff and Spanish-speaking clients.
  1. Administrative Support:
  • Assist with administrative tasks related to maintaining client records, scheduling appointments, and other general office needs.
  1. Open Access and Referrals:
  • Provide translation services for incoming referrals and ensure timely communication with referring agencies and clients.
  • Support open access services by facilitating communication with Spanish-speaking individuals seeking agency services.

Qualifications: 

  • Fluency in Spanish and English (both verbal and written).
  • Proven experience in translation or interpretation, preferably in a professional setting.
  • Ability to maintain HIPAA/confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work remotely and in person as needed.

Preferred Skills: 

  • Knowledge of terminology related to social services, healthcare, or legal fields.
  • Experience working in a multicultural or diverse environment.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

Working Conditions: 

  • This position may require flexibility in working hours based on client needs.
  • Remote work may be possible, with occasional in-person meetings or assignments.

Pay and Benefits:  

  • Hourly wage starting at $19 per hour. 
  • Up to 20 hours per week. 
  • This position does not include benefits such as health insurance or retirement plans.