25-1881 Mental Health Therapist CCCC

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Clinton County Counseling Supervisor, serves as a master's level professional clinician performing a wide range of direct and indirect mental health and co-occurring substance services, providing an extensive variety of traditional and psychosocial outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, parents and families.  Serves as a Outpatient Clinical Therapist conducting therapy and recommends referrals to various programs and community services.  Responsible for extensive case documentation.  Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA’s mission, policies and procedures.

Requirements: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is required. Possession of an appropriate State of Michigan credential is required, LMSW preferred or will be acquiring one within 60 days of hiring. One year experience (professional or paraprofessional) in treating or working with persons with mental illness required or one academic year of graduate practicum/internship experience working with persons with mental illness required. Candidate must be able to work well with others and function independently when interacting with other programs/agencies within the community. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both verbally and in writing required. Must have reliable transportation for job related use and a valid Michigan driver's license.

Conditional Employment Requirement: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results a background verification and credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, verification of an acceptable driving record, educational background check and verification of an acceptable work history. An individual may be excluded from consideration based upon their driving record.

To Apply: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application. CMHA’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Salary/Hours: $58,843-$66,788 annually with scheduled, annual increases that can result in a salary of $77,230.  40 hours per week.  M-F 8-5pm with some evening hours.

Location: Lansing, MI