Trauma Assessment Specialist

Easterseals MORC; Auburn Hills, Flint, Center Line, Dearborn (MI, MI, MI, MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dependent care reimbursement

Paid leave options

Up to $125 bonus for taking 5 days off

10 paid holidays

3 floating holidays

Wellness Programs

PSLF Employer

Bonuses and incentives to reward

Mileage reimbursement

Financial planning through LoVasco &So

Student loan repayment options

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Easterseals MORC in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Trauma Assessment Specialist to conduct trauma-informed assessments for children and families. The role includes applying assessment tools, developing treatment recommendations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team; travel within the service area is required.

Qualifications include a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, Michigan licensure, a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, plus experience in behavioral

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required.
• Must possess current Michigan licensure or limited licensure (LLPC/LPC, LLMSW/LMSW, or TLLP/LLP/LP).
• Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and at least one year of experience with children and families in behavioral health or human services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive trauma-informed assessments for children and families.
• Administer, score, and interpret clinical assessment tools related to trauma and mental health.
• Apply knowledge of child development and the impact of trauma on functioning.
• Establish culturally responsive therapeutic relationships with individuals and families.
• Develop treatment recommendations, referrals, and service plans based on assessment findings.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, reports, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Travel within the service area to conduct assessments and provide related services.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Clinical assessment

Child development knowledge

Cultural sensitivity

Documentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Counseling

Master's degree in Psychology

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

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• Posted on October 2, 2026

Locations

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Auburn Hills, MI 48326, USA

• Hybrid
• Clinical Professionals - Monthly Supervision
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: TRAUM004326

Description

Join Our Team at Easterseals MORC – Trauma Assessment Specialist

Make a difference, grow your career, and become part of something bigger than yourself!

We’re looking for Game Changers—
People who wake up excited to help others, the superheroes in their field who genuinely care about the individuals they serve. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team.

• Dependent care reimbursement and up to 5 days paid FMLA for maternity, paternity, foster care, or 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
• PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer
• Bonuses and incentives to reward dedication and hard work
• Mileage reimbursement in accordance with IRS rate
• Free financial planning through LoVasco Consulting Group and SoFi
• Student loan repayment options
• Pet Insurance

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required. Must possess current Michigan licensure or limited licensure (LLPC/LPC, LLMSW/LMSW, or TLLP/LLP/LP), a valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and at least one year of experience working with children and families in a behavioral health or human services setting.

Travel within the assigned service area is required to conduct assessments and provide services to children and families.

Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive trauma-informed assessments for children and families impacted by trauma.
• Administer, score, and interpret clinical assessment tools related to trauma, mental health, development, resilience, coping skills, and family functioning.
• Apply knowledge of child development and the impact of trauma on developmental and behavioral functioning.
• Establish and maintain culturally responsive therapeutic relationships with individuals and families.
• Develop treatment recommendations, referrals, and service plans based on assessment findings.
• Evaluate emotional, behavioral, psychosocial, and developmental needs and provide differential diagnoses when appropriate.
• Assess the impact of trauma, chronic illness, disability, and co-occurring conditions on overall functioning.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, reports, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of assessment tools and clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in clinical supervision, case consultations, interdisciplinary collaboration, and team meetings.
• Maintain compliance with trauma-informed care principles, accreditation standards, funder requirements, and organizational policies.
• Travel within the assigned service area to conduct assessments and provide related services.
• Protect the confidentiality and security of clinical information and records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of program and organizational goals.

Easterseals MORC is proud to be recognized as one of Metro Detroit and West Michigan’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For!

Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better in Counseling.

Masters or better in Psychology.

Masters or better in Social Work.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Auto Insurance

Driver's License

LLMSW

LLPC

TLLP

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