Social Worker (LMSW) - Outpatient (Days)

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates is seeking an Adult Outpatient Therapist (LMSW / LPC / LLP / Limited Licensed) to deliver mental health and co-occurring substance use services to adults and families. You will conduct intake evaluations, provide individual and group therapy, and support Person-Centered Planning within a collaborative Behavioral Health team.

The role requires a Master's in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology, active licensure, and 1+ year of relevant experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology required.
• Active state licensure or limited licensure (LMSW, LPC, LLP, LLMSW, LLPC, or TLLP) required.
• Minimum 1+ year experience with mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
• QMHP credential or eligibility within 120 days of hire.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake evaluations and assess clinical needs.
• Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and case managers.
• Maintain timely electronic clinical documentation and progress notes.
• Coordinate discharge planning and continuing education in relevant areas.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Therapy skills

Documentation

Cultural competency

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or Counseling or Psychology

Job description

Job Title

Adult Outpatient Therapist (LMSW / LPC / LLP / Limited Licensed).

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated Adult Outpatient Therapist to join our Adult Behavioral Health team. In this role, you will deliver direct clinical mental health and co-occurring substance abuse services, including intake evaluations, individual therapy, group therapy, and Person-Centered Planning for adults and their families. Working in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment alongside psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and community support networks, you will help clients achieve meaningful recovery goals.

Compensation & Schedule

• Hourly Pay Rates:
  • Fully Licensed Therapists (LMSW, LPC, LLP): $29.47 – $39.67 / hour.
  • Limited Licensed Therapists (LLMSW, LLPC, TLLP): $27.22 – $36.63 / hour.
• Schedule & Flexibility: Flexible scheduling available within program operating hours (Monday–Thursday 8:30 AM–7:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM). Some evening or weekend hours as needed.
• Travel & Training: IRS standard mileage reimbursement ($0.70/mile) when personal vehicle is used; 100% employer-paid professional development and clinical training.

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.
• Paid Holidays: New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday (half-day), Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Black Friday, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessments & Intake: Conduct clinical intake evaluations and assess physical, mental, and social needs for adults presenting with mental health and/or co-occurring substance use disorders using Person-Centered Planning principles.
• Psychotherapy Services: Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy sessions tailored to individualized treatment plans.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with psychiatrists, primary care providers, case managers, and family support networks to coordinate care and ensure holistic treatment goals.
• Clinical Documentation & Compliance: Maintain timely, precise electronic clinical records and progress notes following professional standards and program regulations.
• Discharge Planning & Professional Development: Coordinate effective discharge planning and case closures; complete required continuing education in adult mental health and co-occurring disorder treatment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, or Psychology [Required].
• Licensure: Active State Licensure or Limited Licensure (e.g., LMSW, LPC, LLP, LLMSW, LLPC, or TLLP) [Required].
• Clinical Experience: Minimum 1+ years of experience (inclusive of formal fieldwork or supervised clinical internship) working with individuals diagnosed with mental illness [Required].
• Professional Credentials: Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credential or eligibility to obtain within 120 days of hire.
• Core Competencies: Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic relationship skills, cultural competency, excellent documentation and organizational abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.