Jail-Based Master’s SUD/Behavioral Health Clinician

Samaritas; Grand Ledge (MI); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven work

Professional growth

Collaborative team

Flexible hybrid schedule

Job summary

Samaritas is seeking a Master’s Clinician to deliver jail-based and outpatient behavioral health services in Eaton County. The role focuses on substance use treatment, individualized planning, and collaboration with correctional staff and community partners.

The position supports licensed or limited-licensed clinicians, offers clinical supervision, and emphasizes recovery, reintegration, and continuous professional development within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Fully licensed clinicians preferred; limited license candidates will be considered.
• Minimum one year of SUD counseling experience preferred.
• Two years of clinical experience with substance use populations preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Proof of automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver jail-based behavioral health and substance use treatment services within Eaton County Jail and clinic.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual counseling and facilitate therapeutic groups for justice-involved individuals.
• Support crisis intervention and stabilization in the correctional environment.
• Maintain outpatient caseload to promote continuity of care.
• Assist clients with recovery during incarceration and transition post-release.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation including service plans, progress notes, discharge summaries.
• Monitor treatment quality and assess progress toward goals.
• Conduct community outreach and build referral sources.

Skills

Substance use counseling

Clinical assessment

Individual counseling

Group facilitation

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Care coordination

Education

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field

Job description

Samaritas is seeking a Master’s Clinician to deliver jail-based and outpatient behavioral health services in Eaton County. The role focuses on substance use treatment, individualized planning, and collaboration with correctional staff and community partners.

The position supports licensed or limited-licensed clinicians, offers clinical supervision, and emphasizes recovery, reintegration, and continuous professional development within a mission-driven organization.