Child & Family Therapist

Cnshealthcare; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Child & Family Therapist to join their mission of supporting community health. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact through individual and group therapy, crisis planning, and family support. You'll work in a collaborative environment, utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance family relationships and improve children's well-being. With opportunities for remote flexibility after onboarding, this position provides a supportive atmosphere where your contributions will be valued. Join a team committed to making a difference in the lives of those they serve.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance options

Employer-paid dental and vision insurance

Retirement program with company match

Generous PTO starting at 23 days annually

16 paid holidays including floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field required.
• State licensure in relevant counseling fields is mandatory.
• Proficient in therapeutic practices and crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to children.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and community resources.

Skills

Therapeutic Skills

Crisis Planning

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Microsoft Office

Job description

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What We're Looking For

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, CNS Healthcare's mission is to serve the people of our communities. We are looking for a Children's Clinician to support our children's outpatient therapy program to provide clinical assessment, individual, family, and group therapy, treatment, crisis planning, and support services to children and families in the clinic and community settings. Children's outpatient therapy strengthens family relationships to improve functioning at home, school, and in the community. The program provides services that are member-directed, goal-oriented, and family-focused.

What We're Looking For

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, CNS Healthcare's mission is to serve the people of our communities. We are looking for a Children's Clinician to support our children's outpatient therapy program to provide clinical assessment, individual, family, and group therapy, treatment, crisis planning, and support services to children and families in the clinic and community settings. Children's outpatient therapy strengthens family relationships to improve functioning at home, school, and in the community. The program provides services that are member-directed, goal-oriented, and family-focused.

Please Note: This position provides opportunities for some remote flexibility upon the successful completion of the training/onboarding period.

Compensation Range

The starting pay for this position is $47,600 - $56,000 for limited licensed candidates, and $51,850 - $61,000 annual salary for fully licensed candidates, and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

What’s In It For You

As a member of our team, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and the lives of the individuals that we serve. CNS Healthcare provides a robust total rewards program to support our team members and their loved ones. We’ve shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more!

• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
• Generous PTO program starting at 23 days annually
• 16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more
  
  

Interested in learning more about this role?

Please see below for a summary of job responsibilities and qualifications!

• Use evidence-based practices to provide individual, family, and group therapy
• Conduct face-to-face comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments
• Formulate and coordinate person-centered treatment plans
• Collaborate and participate with treatment team, community partners, and other natural supports as identified by the family
• Assist families with referral, linking, and coordination to community resources, and provide education on how to access and utilize supports independently.
• Assist families with accessing and utilizing community supports
• Act as liaison between the child/family and their natural support system, primary care physicians, and other community agencies identified by the family
• Coordinate care with families, schools, DHHS/foster care, and other community agencies.
• Initiate referrals for psychiatric evaluations when deemed clinically appropriate
• Provide case management support for children and families as needed
• Participate in case conferences and staff meetings
• Utilize clinical supervision, respond to directives, and implement feedback.
• Prepare reports for other agencies, DHHS, courts, schools, etc. as needed
• Obtain and maintain CAFAS rater-reliability and conduct quarterly CAFAS assessments
• Utilize a trauma-informed approach to services
• Complete all required documentation completely, accurately, and in accordance with CNS policy
• Meet direct service productivity and documentation standards per agency and program expectations
• Ensure that the CNS Healthcare standards of service are applied to interactions with individuals served, guests, and staff.
• Participate in and promote departmental and agency quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge and compliance with established policies and procedures, corporate compliance program, code of ethics, applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, HIPAA standards, and other regulatory programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy
• State licensure: Limited-Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LLMSW), Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW), Limited-Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Limited-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Temporary Limited-License Psychologist (TLLP), OR Limited-Licensed Psychologist (LLP)
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft office products
• Proficient in the use of electronic health records (EHRs)
• Ability to work closely with persons with mental or physical limitations
• Ability to understand and value cultural and ethnic differences, their alternatives perspectives, lifestyles, etc.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build positive working relationships
• Ability to recognize the importance of collecting and reporting on outcome data
• Ability to apply methods for measuring the multiple variables of treatment outcome
• Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and courteously
• Ability to use discretion and judgment when handling matters of a sensitive or confidential nature
• Advanced time management, problem solving, customer service, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to be forward thinking and take initiative to accomplish goals and objectives of the department

Preferred

• Basic knowledge of cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Understanding of substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment.
• Prior experience in a community mental health setting

About CNS Healthcare

CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in Southeastern Michigan. CNS employs approximately 400 employees, paraprofessionals, and support staff, delivering services to more than 7,000 people annually.

• CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations, and uses a patient-centered approach to identify, support, and promote the overall health of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
• Visit our website to learn more about our mission, vision, and values!

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:

CNS Healthcare complies with federal, state, and local laws in regard to COVID-19 vaccination. Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for medical or religious exemptions to these requirements in accordance with applicable law.