LMSW Intake Therapist - Adult Behavioral Health (Evenings)

Job Description

Job Description

LMSW Intake Therapist – Adult Behavioral Health (Evenings)

Location: Southgate, Michigan
Position Type: Permanent | Full-Time (Evenings)
Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
• Friday: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Occasional Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (as needed)
  Salary Range: $29.47 – $39.88/hour (Full License Required)

Position Summary

The Intake Therapist (LMSW/LLP/LPC) provides assessment and crisis support services within the Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) setting. Services are delivered in-office on a walk-in or scheduled basis.

The Intake Therapist conducts comprehensive intake assessments, develops safety plans, initiates person-centered planning, and connects consumers to appropriate behavioral health services. This role requires strong crisis intervention skills and experience working with individuals with severe mental illness and intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments and complete documentation within 48 hours
• Gather and integrate information from multiple sources
• Utilize motivational interviewing techniques
• Develop person-centered initial treatment plans
• Create safety plans as needed
• Identify need for psychological testing and facilitate referrals
• Promote group and support services
• Participate in supervision and case consultations
• Maintain productivity and documentation standards
• Maintain professional licensure and complete 25 hours of annual training
• Comply with Medicaid guidelines and agency policies

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Licensure

• Full Michigan License required: LMSW, LLP, or LPC
• Licensure must remain active and free from disciplinary action
• Must obtain QMHP, CMHP, and QIDP credentials within 120 days of hire
• Must hold CAADC credential OR be on an approved MCBAP Development Plan within 6 weeks of hire

Experience

• Minimum 1 year post-Master’s experience providing mental health treatment
• Experience working with severe mental illness (SMI)
• Minimum 1 year experience with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
• Minimum 1 year experience treating minors and families
• Crisis intervention experience highly preferred

Additional Requirements

• Strong therapeutic alliance-building skills
• Cultural competency and nonjudgmental approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Cannot require U.S. work sponsorship

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (including New Year’s Eve, MLK Day, Juneteenth, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.)
• Flexible scheduling options
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
• Paid training

Company Description

LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.

Company Description

LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.