ACT Therapist (25-171)

Network 1; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance (employer‑

13 paid holidays

Generous PTO

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Professional license reimbursement

Defined contribution retirement plan

Employee Assistance program

Life and disability insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Network180 in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a full-time ACT Therapist to provide evidence-based, trauma- and recovery-focused therapy within the ACT model. You will develop Individual Plans of Service, coordinate services, and monitor progress for clients in a community-based setting.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology and licensure in Michigan (or plan to obtain within 3 months). Some evenings/weekends and daily community travel are included.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant field and Michigan licensure within 3 months.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and bridge language/cultural barriers.

Responsibilities

• Provide ACT therapy and link and monitor services within ACT model.
• Develop an Individual Plan of Service and coordinate care.
• Travel within the community daily and work in-person at ACT Department location.

Skills

Driver's license

Multicultural competence

Trauma-informed care

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology

Job description

ACT Therapist (25-171)

UAW-Hourly Grand Rapids, MI, US 1 Attachments

Position:ACT Therapist

Req.#: 25-171

FTE:Full-time, Non-Exempt

Unit:UAW

Department:Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Compensation:$27.49-$36.44. The final job offer is based on several factors (internal equity, skills, education, experience, and credentials).

Additional Compensation: 10% premium, $100 When scheduled On-Call for a 24hr period

$2,000 incentive f or fully licensed master’s level hires.

• Four health insurance plans
• 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance plans
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous PTO
• Professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional License reimbursement
• Defined contribution retirement plan
• Employee Assistance program
• Life and voluntary life insurance options
• Short and Long term disability
• Approved site for loan forgiveness (based on position and department): NHSC, STAR Loan Repayment, Behavioral Health Loan Repayment, MI Kids Now Loan Repayment and much more!

Network180 employees make a difference in people’s lives every day, making our community a better place to live. We are the behavioral health community organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others.

We are seeking an ACT therapist to be responsible for Person-Centered Planning to develop an Individual Plan of Service. Provide on-going linking, coordinating, and monitoring of services within the standards of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) evidence-based model. Provide evidence based, trauma and recovery focused therapy to clients of Network180’s ACT team.

This is a full-time position, primarily Monday – Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm, some evenings and weekends may be required, with rotating on call shifts. The employee will work in-person at our ACT Department location: 1131 Ionia Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. The person in this role will also travel within the community on a daily basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapist, Counseling or Counseling Psychology
• Certification or Licensure in the State of Michigan as a licensed or limited licensed master social worker, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychologist OR able to obtain a limited license within three (3) months of hire
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use including transporting of individuals served
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and skills and capabilities of bridging language/cultural barriers to Network180 services within diverse communities

PREFERRED QUALFICATIONS:

• Fully licensed LMSW, LPC, or LMFT preferred
• One-year full-time experience working with persons with mental illness preferred
• CAADC certification through MCBAP or be able to obtain a development plan for the credential preferred
• Training in and experience with providing Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy preferred
• Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued

Job interviews are being conducted in person . . To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. For a detailed job description and responsibilities please review the job description. Network180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Network180 participates in E-Verify.

Network180 is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which includes the prohibition of medical and recreational marijuana use. Successful completion of a drug screen is part of our background check process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at 616 336-3909 or [e-mail] .

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.