Outpatient Therapist - Adult (Macomb)

Easterseals; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals is seeking an Outpatient Therapist - Adult to join their team in Clinton Charter Township, Michigan. This role focuses on providing therapeutic interventions and support to individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. The position offers a supportive work environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and generous benefits, including paid time off and student loan repayment options.

Benefits

Dependent care reimbursement

Paid leave options

Up to $125 bonus for taking 5 days off in a row

10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays

Wellness Programs

PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer

Bonuses and incentives to reward dedication

Mileage reimbursement per IRS rate

Free financial planning services

Student loan repayment options

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college.
• LMSW from Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services or LPC accepted.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals with empathy during acute phases.
• Conduct assessments for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provide individual and group therapy, monitor progress.

Skills

Empathy

Knowledge of co-occurring disorders

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Due to program growth within Macomb County, we are excited to announce this new position as part of our expanding services!

Easterseals MORC is hiring for an Outpatient Therapist - Adult to help make a difference and become part of something bigger than yourself!

We are looking for Game Changers

The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference. The superheroes of their field who care about the people they serve. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team. We recognize the importance of a quality work-life balance and offer a generous paid time off program and flexible work arrangements to meet the changing needs of our workforce.

Benefits :

• Dependent care reimbursement, and up to 5 days paid FMLA for maternity, paternity, foster care, and adoption
• Paid leave options available
• Up to $125 bonus for taking 5 days off in a row
• 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Wellness Programs
• We are a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer
• Bonuses and incentives to reward dedication
• Mileage reimbursement per IRS rate
• Free financial planning services through partnerships with LoVasco Consulting Group and SoFi
• Student loan repayment options
• Pet Insurance

Minimum Qualifications :

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university; LMSW from Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services or LPC accepted.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance abuse).

Job Responsibilities :

• Engage individuals with empathy, even during acute phases.
• Screen for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders; conduct assessments; evaluate interactions between disorders and life events; demonstrate knowledge of diagnostic criteria.
• Provide short-term therapeutic interventions, crisis intervention, individual, and group therapy; monitor progress.
• Perform case management, liaise with community agencies, develop treatment plans, and provide educational and consultative services.
• Gather information for clinical history, document treatment plans and progress, participate in team meetings.
• Develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans for SA, MH, and COD with specific goals and interventions.
• Assist in identifying triggers for relapse and develop relapse prevention plans.
• Provide education to individuals, families, and support persons about mental health and substance use disorders, recovery phases, and treatment options.
• Coordinate with other providers to ensure continuity of care, perform discharge planning, and support medication management.
• Complete all required paperwork per Medicaid and Department of Community Health guidelines.
• Stay informed about Medicaid regulations, CARF standards, DSM V, and eligibility requirements.
• Perform crisis interventions as needed, support trauma-informed care, and assist individuals with trauma-related issues.

Easterseals MORC was awarded Metro Detroit and West Michigan 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For!

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