Contractual Behavioral Health Coordinator

Company Overview

Bridging Gaps Through Positive Solutions (BGTPS) is a person-centered mental health organization dedicated to providing a range of therapeutic services, including on-site and community-based services to children, adolescents, and adults in Baltimore City/County.

Summary

The Behavioral Health Coordinator (BHC) at Bridging Gaps Through Positive Solutions (BGTPS) is responsible for delivering and coordinating individualized, goal-oriented rehabilitation services to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing behavioral health challenges. Working in home, community, and office-based settings, the BHC conducts comprehensive needs assessments, provides supported living services, skills enhancement, crisis intervention, and supportive counseling to promote independence and integration into community life. This role plays a key part in implementing Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRPs) and supporting clients on their journey toward wellness and self-sufficiency within the framework of Maryland’s Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP). This position offers an opportunity to grow professionally within the Social Work, Counseling, Psychology and Human Services field.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a minimum of 4–6 direct service sessions per client per month, as planned for by the rehabilitation team (PRP worker and Rehab Specialist) and client

• Engage clients through home visits, school visits, and community-based sessions

• Coordinate, develop and implement Individual Rehabilitation Plans (IRPs) for assigned caseload

• Provide one-on-one and group skill-building sessions focused on life skills, coping strategies, and community functioning

• Maintain client charts and documentation of all services in accordance with agency policies and COMAR regulations

• Support clients in accessing community resources such as housing, employment, education, and health services

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to review and update service plans

• Promote wellness, self-advocacy, and independent living in alignment with treatment goals

• Help clients resolve problems, identify resources, and make effective use of those resources

• Assist with client transportation as needed to support rehabilitation goals

• Perform administrative tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field preferred

• Minimum of 2 year of experience in psychiatric rehabilitation or community-based behavioral health

• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and documentation skills

• Familiarity with Maryland Medicaid and PRP service standards

• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently in the field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in a PRP setting

• Knowledge of COMAR 10.63, BHA guidelines, and documentation requirements

• DLA-20 Certified

• CPR/First Aid certification

• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and meet background check requirements

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through mental health support, we invite you to apply for the Behavioral Health Coordinator position at BGTPS today!

Job Types:  Part-time

Compensation:

• Fee for Service
• $30-34/ per session (Based on Experience)

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Choose your own hours

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Mental health counseling: 2 years (Required)

• EMR systems: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Nottingham, MD 21236 (Required)

Work Location: On-site in Nottingham, MD 21236