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Job Description

Job Description

Behavioral Health Consultant (School-Based Health Center)

Location: Mio, Michigan
License Required: LMSW (Michigan)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Make a Lasting Difference in the Lives of Students

Are you passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families thrive? Join our interdisciplinary healthcare team as a Behavioral Health Consultant and play a vital role in improving the mental, emotional, and social well-being of students within a school-based healthcare setting.

In this rewarding position, you'll work alongside medical providers, educators, families, and community partners to deliver evidence-based behavioral health services that make a meaningful impact every day. You'll have the opportunity to provide direct clinical care, influence treatment planning, support prevention efforts, and help shape a positive school environment where students can succeed.

What You'll Do

Provide Clinical Care & Behavioral Health Support

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.

• Deliver evidence-based individual, family, and group therapy services.

• Collaborate with primary care providers and interdisciplinary team members to support whole-person care.

• Develop and monitor behavior change plans as part of each patient's Individual Comprehensive Treatment Plan.

• Identify students at risk and implement interventions that promote resilience, recovery, and long-term success.

Collaborate & Advocate

• Serve as a key member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.

• Partner with teachers, school administrators, parents, and community organizations to support student well-being.

• Participate in IEP meetings, Youth Advisory Council meetings, Community Advisory Committee meetings, and other collaborative initiatives.

• Connect students and families with appropriate community resources and specialty mental health services.

Educate & Inspire

• Provide behavioral health education to students, families, school personnel, and healthcare team members.

• Facilitate classroom presentations, workshops, outreach activities, and wellness initiatives.

• Contribute to program development and quality improvement efforts designed to enhance patient outcomes.

• Provide mentorship and supervision to interns as assigned.

Documentation & Care Coordination

• Complete psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, clinical documentation, and reports in a timely manner.

• Maintain accurate patient records and coordinate referrals when needed.

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment strategies based on clinical needs.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

• Current Michigan Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required upon hire)

• Valid Michigan Driver's License

Preferred Qualities

· Passion for working with children, adolescents, and families.

· Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic intervention skills.

· Commitment to evidence-based practice and integrated healthcare.

· Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building abilities.

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What We Offer

At our organization, we believe that caring for our employees is just as important as caring for our patients.

Excellent work-life balance
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Employer-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions
Generous paid time off and sick leave
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Supportive, collaborative team culture
Meaningful work that positively impacts students, families, and the community