LLMSW, LLPC - Therapist/Mental Health Specialist

As the leader of the treatment team, a therapist is responsible for providing clinical assessments, counseling, advocacy, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families experiencing multiple and complex trauma, as well as a myriad of other mental health challenges and their expression. They are deeply familiar with other services and resources within the community and work closely with them to provide information and support when required, which often may include case conferences, team meetings, and appearance in court

• Leading the group treatment team, with the responsibility of ensuring each client successfully completes the goals set forth in their treatment plan by providing individual and group therapy; thus improving social functioning.
• Collaboration with internal and external resources to ensure the treatment plans created are successful.
• Guide the client through the entire treatment process, including intake assessments, interviewing and orienting the client , maintaining complete and detailed case records, providing ongoing summaries of service indicating client case history and progress, document progress notes for clients.
• Advocating for the client.
• Provides leadership, assist with controlling disruptive behavior using agency approved methods of de-escalation and crisis intervention.

Education and Experiences

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology required.
• One (1) year of experience in a residential or inpatient setting working with serious mental health disorders of at-risk youth preferred.
• Possession of a certified full license for the State of Michigan. 
• Experience working with homeless or vulnerable populations.

MCHS offers a competitive compensation package including insurance benefits, generous PTO plan, supplemental benefits, 401k with match, professional development opportunities, and more! 

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