Access Therapist

Icon Fitness; Tawas City (MI); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Pension Plan

Health Savings Account

Tuition Assistance Program

Student Loan Payment Assistance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

AFLAC

Job summary

Wellvance Community Mental Health Authority is seeking an Access Therapist to support individuals with SMI, SED, and I/DD in designated counties. You will screen, assess, and coordinate services, ensuring medical necessity and compliance with Medicaid guidelines while maintaining thorough documentation.

The role involves collaboration with healthcare providers, schools, courts, and community partners, plus on-call coverage and crisis interventions as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology/Counseling and active MI license.
• Experience with Medicaid guidelines and clinical documentation is required.
• Strong crisis intervention and care coordination capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eligibility screenings, intake assessments, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop person-centered treatment plans and provide service recommendations based on medical necessity.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the EHR.
• Coordinate referrals to behavioral health, community, and insurance resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and participate in on-call coverage as assigned.

Education

MSW (Licensed in Michigan)

MA in Psychology or Counseling (Licensed in Michigan)

Job description

# Access TherapistUSD 56,534.00 Salaried|1199 Harris Ave, Tawas City, MI 48763-9681, United StatesFull Time**ACCESS THERAPIST****Rate:** $56,534**Status**: Full-Time | ExemptWe Offer:* PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual Program* Paid Holidays* BC/BS PPO Medical Benefits* Health Savings Account* Voluntary Dental* Pension Plan* Tuition Assistance Program* Student Loan Payment Assistance* Term Life Insurance* Long-Term Disability Insurance* AFLAC**Job Summary**The Access Therapist is responsible for providing Access services in designated county to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities. The Access therapist has specific responsibility of responding to incoming calls from consumers requesting services, completing in person and phone Access screening, determining eligibility for services, informing consumers of any possible charges they may incur and scheduling initial Intake appointments. The Access therapist must maintain documentation compliance and adherence to Wellvance policy and procedure. Further responsibilities include collaboration with community referral sources and interagency colleagues, crisis intervention, after hours Emergency Services Staff and Master's on-call participation, ICSS participation, reviewing Records Requests, completing Intake Assessments and IPOS', and conducting Case File Reviews. The Access therapist must have attention to detail, time management skills, strong written and oral communication skills, and organizational skills. Candidates must have an understanding of Medicaid guidelines, medical necessity guidelines, DSM criteria, internal Wellvance resources, community resources, and therapeutic interventions. The Access Therapist functions as the daytime Master's on call for ES staff. Persons with Lived Experience with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities or substance abuse disorders are encouraged to apply.**Education and/or Experience*** Master's Degree (MSW) of Social Work and be licensed by the State of Michigan in their relative field as either limited or full license.* Master's Degree (M.A.) in Psychology or Counseling and be licensed by the State of Michigan in relative field as either limited or full license.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Conduct eligibility screenings, intake assessments, and diagnostic evaluations to determine appropriate levels of care.* Develop person-centered treatment plans and make service recommendations based on medical necessity criteria.* Complete and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record.* Coordinate referrals and assist individuals in accessing behavioral health, community, and insurance resources.* Provide consultation and care coordination with healthcare providers, schools, courts, and other community partners.* Ensure compliance with agency policies, Medicaid requirements, licensing standards, and program fidelity expectations.* Provide crisis intervention, emergency mental health consultations, and participate in on-call coverage as assigned.* Conduct case reviews and participate in quality improvement, supervision, staff meetings, and professional development activities.* Collaborate with clinical teams and leadership to support service delivery and continuity of care.* Maintain professional relationships with consumers, staff, and community stakeholders while representing the agency positively.**About Wellvance**Wellvance provides state-funded public mental health services to residents of Iosco, Ogemaw, and Oscoda counties. We support individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), Serious Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), and children and youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED).Wellvance is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).### Education details**Acknowledgment and Certification**I certify that all information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, misrepresentation, or omission of facts may result in disqualification from consideration or termination of employment if discovered after hire. I authorize the organization to verify all statements contained herein and to conduct any necessary background checks, including contacting references, prior employers, and other relevant entities.I acknowledge that this application does not constitute an employment contract and that, if hired, employment will be at-will, meaning either the employee or the employer may terminate the Wellvance Community Mental Health Authorityemployment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws.**Equal Opportunity Statement**Wellvance Community Mental Health Authority **i**s an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender, height, weight, marital or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected statu**s**. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors.### **Welcome to Wellvance**### At Wellvance, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full and enriching life, no matter the challenges they face. Founded with the vision of providing holistic and progressive care, Wellvance is dedicated to serving individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities, Adults with Serious Persistent Mental Illness, Children with Serious Emotional Disturbance, and Individuals with Substance Use Disorders.### Our mission is to empower each client in Iosco, Ogemaw, and Oscoda Counties to achieve their highest potential through tailored therapies, innovative support systems, and a compassionate community, ensuring fiscal responsibility while focusing on integrating the latest research and proven methodologies to offer a pathway toward personal growth and well-being.### We continue to grow, and we are looking for great people to join our team. We offer a competitive benefit package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, pension benefits, 14 Paid Holidays (including a floating holiday), and generous time-off accruals.### Wellvance is an equal opportunity employer. Please click on the job title above to view the complete job description and to apply online.### **Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply early; interviews are being scheduled as qualified candidates are identified.**### **Immediate openings exist, and we look forward to reviewing your resume and application.**### To assist you in completing the application, we recommend you have the following information available:* Current Resume* Current Employment Information* Past Employer Information (5-year History)* Educational History, including Exact Degree Title* Professional Licensing Information (if applicable)* Brief Description of Work History / Experience related to the posted position.### The online application will take approximately 15 to 20 minutes to complete.### The application cannot be saved to your computer; you must submit the completed application to be considered further.### You will receive a confirmation email after your completed application has been submitted.### **Corporate Human Resources Department**### **Phone:**989 -362-8636 **Fax:** 989-362-7800### **Email**: [e-mail]### **Wellvance Locations Include:**### **Tawas** 1199 N Harris Ave. P.O. Box 310 Tawas City, MI 48764### **Oscoda** 5805 Cedar Lake Rd P**.O. Box 218** Oscoda, MI 48750### **West Branch** 511 Griffin Rd. West Branch, MI 48661### **Mio** 42 N. Mt. Tom Rd. P.O. Box 148 Mio, MI 48647### Applicants have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws. Please click on the links below to view:### (Revised 4/2023)### (Revised 6/2023)###