Adult Therapist- Crisis program
$53,079–$53,079 year
On-siteSouthgate, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Provide screening, assessment, and crisis intervention services via telehealth to adults referred by local police. Determine appropriate care levels and coordinate transitional support until clients resume ongoing mental health or substance use treatment. Respond immediately to crisis calls during scheduled on-call hours and assist with after-hours coverage on a voluntary basis. Regular working hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 am to 7 pm, Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm, and Saturday 9 am to 1 pm. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling with corresponding Michigan licensure.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling
- corresponding State of Michigan licensure
- ability to engage adults diagnosed with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders, their families and supporters
- expertise in helping clients identify their service needs and preferences, helping them build on their individual strengths, resources and supports, and navigate the network of services available at The Guidance Center and in the community
- ability to provide trauma-informed care and appropriately handle crisis situations
- ability to use technology competently
- effective organizational, verbal and written communication skills
- ability to work independently
- nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of adults with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, their families and providers
- Qualified Mental Health Professional and Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist (SATS) credentials
- CAADC credential
- active, approved registered MCBAP certification Development Plan
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