Clinical Therapist - School Based Services

Miside; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Miside in Detroit, MI seeks a clinician to provide psychotherapeutic services to children, youth, and families in a school-based program. The role involves direct and indirect services, coordination with school staff, and adherence to documentation standards.

The position requires a Master’s in a mental health field and Michigan licensure, with at least one year of experience in community mental health. Travel and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team are expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a mental health field is required.
• State licensure as specified by Michigan is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with children and families is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site direct and indirect services with children, youth, and families.
• Participate in team meetings and coordinate with school personnel to maximize goals.
• Maintain consumer records in line with professional standards and documentation requirements.
• Conduct crisis intervention and emergency evaluations as needed.
• Adhere to agency policies, procedures and the Behavioral Health Telehealth Agreement.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related mental health discipline

State licensure (LMSW/LLMSW/LPC/LLPC/LLP/LP)

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Entry
• Job Location: Detroit, MI 48219
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $30.00 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

A. General

This is a professional position providing a wide range of support and treatment services to a variety of consumers. The person in this position will function as part of a school team and will provide psychotherapeutic services to children, youth, and families at select schools in a Public School System. This position functions with a great deal of professional independence under the general guidance and supervision of the School Based Services Program Manager or Director.

B. Specific

• Provide on-site direct and indirect services with children, youth, and their families assigned to program groups.
• Participate in regular team meetings and periodic reviews with clinical and designated school personnel to coordinate efforts and maximize goal achievement
• May assist with program planning evaluation
• May evaluate and refer identified consumers to more or less restrictive programs based on individual needs
• Collaborate with other clinical staff in planning and implementing treatment and activities
• Participate in case conferences and staff meetings
• May provide support services and act as liaison with the community
• Maintain consumer records in keeping with professional standards and in a timely manner
• Participate in in-service trainings
• Work with families and individuals to assist the consumer in functioning and performs crisis intervention and emergency evaluations, as necessary
• Responsible for direct service productivity and documentation standards per agency and program expectations
• Must adhere to agency policies and procedures
• Adhere to all requirements/standards of the Behavioral Health Telehealth Agreement
• Other tasks and responsibilities, as assigned.

Knowledge of Special Education System and IEPC process

• Ability to establish effective clinical and collaborative relationships with a wide range of persons
• Concern, maturity, and good judgment in relating to persons with mental illness and emotional disturbances
• Ability to prepare prompt, clear, and timely documentation
• Ability to work as a productive member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of specialized services in the community for youth and families
• Ability to assess and evaluate children on evaluation scales
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Ability to receive and utilize constructive recommendations
• Ability to maintain a professional posture in attendance, attitude, conduct, and conflict resolution
• Flexibility and common sense
• Ability to tolerate ambiguity, crisis, and changing priorities

Minimum Qualifications

A. Education, Licensure and/or Certification

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related mental health discipline
• Appropriate State of Michigan professional licensure (LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, LLPC, LLP, LP)

B. Experience

• Minimum of 1-year experience with treatment and services for children and families, required
• Experience in field of mental health and social work in the community, preferred