Behavioral Health Therapist Opportunity - southeast Michigan

MePA; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

IHA in Michigan is seeking licensed behavioral health professionals to join a physician-led organization across southeast Michigan locations (Rochester Hills, Canton, Ann Arbor/West Arbor, Chelsea). Roles range from part-time to full-time with flexible schedules to fit your needs.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy, collaborate with physicians and care teams, and maintain compliant documentation within an integrated care model.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health from an accredited program.
• Active Michigan licenses: LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LP, or LLP (supervision required).
• At least two years of psychotherapy or behavioral health experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop measurable treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy using evidence-based methods.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff and care teams for integrated care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with standards.
• Participate in PNES training and supervise students or interns.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Assessment

Crisis management

Documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Trauma-informed care

Patient-centered care

Time management

Education

Masters degree in behavioral health

Job description

About Us

As a physician-led organization, IHA combines the autonomy and close-knit culture of private practice with the stability and resources of a prestigious national healthcare system.

Opportunity Details

• FTE: Part time to Full Time
• Schedule: Flexible
• Location: Rochester Hills, Canton, Ann Arbor/West Arbor, or Chelsea (southeast Michigan)
• Speciality: Behavioral Health Therapy

Due to exciting growth across our organization, we're expanding our workforce and hiring for openings in multiple locations. With opportunities available from part-time to full-time FTEs, we offer flexibility to accommodate a variety of schedules and preferences. Explore where your skills can make an impact while building a career that works for you.

Key Responsibilities

- Assessment & Treatment Planning

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments, including psychosocial evaluations and mental health screenings.
• Assess patient functioning, symptom severity, risk factors, and treatment needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and evidence-based interventions.
• Utilize DSM-5 criteria and clinical judgment to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Regularly review and update treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical outcomes.

- Psychotherapy & Clinical Interventions

• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy using evidence-based treatment modalities.
• Deliver brief interventions within an integrated care model while maintaining the ability to support longer-term therapeutic needs when appropriate.
• Utilize therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and other evidence-based practices.
• Provide crisis assessment, intervention, and safety planning as needed.
• Support patients in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, resilience, and self-management strategies.
• Educate patients and families regarding mental health conditions, treatment options, and community resources.

- Integrated Care Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Communicate treatment recommendations, progress updates, and clinical concerns through the electronic health record (EHR) and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Participate in case consultations and care team meetings to support integrated behavioral health services.
• Coordinate referrals and transitions of care with community mental health providers and support services as appropriate.

- Documentation & Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, regulatory, and billing requirements.
• Utilize EHR systems and clinical tools to document treatment, monitor outcomes, and facilitate communication among care team members.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, accreditation standards, and ethical guidelines.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff development activities, and team meetings.
• Maintain professional licensure and complete continuing education requirements.
• Provide clinical supervision to students or interns as assigned.
• Participate in specialized training related to Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures (PNES) and provide therapeutic treatment interventions for this patient population.

Qualifications

- Education

Required:

• Masters degree in social work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field from an accredited program.

- Licensure & Certifications

Required: One of the following active Michigan licenses:

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (if applicable)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Psychologist (LP)
• Limited License Psychologist (LLP) (if supervision requirements are met)

Preferred:

• Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
• Additional training in evidence-based therapeutic modalities

- Experience

Required:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing psychotherapy, counseling, or behavioral health services.

Preferred:

• Experience within an outpatient, ambulatory, integrated care, or medical setting.
• Experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, adjustment disorders, and behavioral health conditions commonly seen in primary care.
• Experience working with patients diagnosed with Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures (PNES) or willingness to complete specialized training.

- Skills & Competencies

• Strong psychotherapy and counseling skills
• Expertise in behavioral health assessment and treatment planning
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic interventions
• Ability to manage crisis situations and conduct risk assessments
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent organizational, time management, and clinical documentation skills
• Commitment to patient-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented care