MASTERS LEVEL CLINICIAN I

Muskegon County; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Muskegon County, HealthWest invites applications for a Master’s Level Clinician I to provide evidence-based mental health services under supervision. You will document client contacts, build DSM-based assessments, and develop person-centered treatment plans aligned with consumer goals.

The role may require on-call rotation and travel to HealthWest sites around the county. A Master's degree in Social Work/Psychology/Counseling/MFT or imminent completion is required, plus licensure within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or closely related field OR eligible to graduate within 90 days of application and able to submit an official transcript.
• One year of experience with developmental disabilities, mental illness, or serious emotional disturbance; internships count if documented.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain Michigan Driver License within 30 days of employment.
• Reliable transportation to carry out job duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform evidence-based mental health services under supervision.
• Complete thorough documentation of client contacts and treatments to meet standards.
• Write initial assessments building on strengths and deficits and DSM diagnosis.
• Develop person-centered treatment plans with measurable objectives; may be on-call.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Documentation

DSM diagnoses

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work/Psychology/Counseling/MFT

Eligible to graduate within 90 days

Job description

Posting number: 2026-02731-02

Department: HealthWest

Job classification: Master's Level Clinician I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Mental Health, Miscellaneous, Human Services

Summary

A Master’s Level Clinician I, under general supervision, performs evidence-based practice according to nationally-recognized standards to reduce symptoms and maximize recovery for individuals receiving services. A Master’s Level Clinician I ensures that all documentation of client contact and treatment services is complete, thorough, and accurate, to meet all agency, state, and professional standards. An employee in this class writes initial assessments that accurately build on strengths and deficits resulting in a DSM diagnosis. These assessments will include a history of mental health treatment, relevant family history, and current treatment recommendations. A Master’s Level Clinician I develops person-centered treatment plans that are written in the language of the consumer and reflect the consumer’s goals and measurable objectives. A Master’s Level Clinician may be required to be in an on-call rotation and performs other work duties as assigned.

Examples of duties

1. Must hold a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or closely related field OR be eligible to graduate within 90 days of application and able to submit an official transcript upon appointment to position AND hold a limited license from the State of Michigan in their relevant field within 90 days of hire.
2. Have one (1) year of previous experience working with persons with developmental disabilities, mental illness and/or serious emotional disturbance; please note, internships count as work experience if they are documented in the Work Experience section of the employment application;
3. Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Michigan Driver License within 30 days of employment.
4. Must have reliable transportation that may have to be used to carry out job duties of this classification.

Preferred but not Required

• Bilingual candidates highly desired.
• Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.
• Individuals in Recovery and individuals with experience in Armed Services valued.

Qualifications

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

An employee in this class generally performs sedentary work requiring the occasional lifting of objects weighing thirty-five (35) pounds or less.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

A Masters Level Clinician I generally works at the various HealthWest program locations; however, travel to locations within the County may be required.

Supplemental information

MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EVALUATION CONTENT

Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT

RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE