26-1701B Mobile Mental Health Therapist AMHS/Crisis Services Part-Time - $2,000 or $4,000 Sign On Bonus!

This position offers a $2,000 (1 year stay-on agreement) or 4,000 (2 year stay-on agreement) Sign On Bonus with the agency! This bonus will be provided upon completion of a probationary period. Shift Incentive: + $2/hour for hours worked 12am – 8am | + $3/hour for weekends worked Friday 5pm – Monday 8am CMHA-CEI is a Michigan Certified Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer, and we encourage active military service members, veterans, and their family members to apply.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the AMHS Crisis Services Coordinator or Supervisor, the staff functions as a master's level professional clinician, delivering a range of both direct and indirect crisis intervention services for adult mental health and substance abuse issues. The Mental Health Therapist (MHT) conducts screenings for psychiatric needs in various settings, including the office, emergency rooms, homes, community locations, and collaborates with local law enforcement.

The MHT makes recommendations for referrals to different AMHS/ITRS programs or other community service providers. Additionally, the MHT engages in consultations with other service providers and is accountable for all case documentation. By interviewing and observing consumers, the MHT evaluates their strengths. In collaboration with the consumers, the MHT develops a disposition that includes comprehensive safety planning and is responsible for executing all program and sub-unit activities in alignment with CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Possession of a master’s degree in social work, Psychology or related field is required. Two years of experience (professional or paraprofessional) in treating or working with adults with mental illness required. Two years of professional experience providing crisis intervention techniques, determining hospital eligibility, performing clinical diagnostic assessments/evaluations, and brief counseling techniques required.

Possession of appropriate State of Michigan credential is required. Must pass background verification and credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, Central Registry Screening, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, educational background check and verification of an acceptable work history.

May be required to possess a valid Michigan driver's license. Access to reliable means of transportation for job related use required. Must pass a State of Michigan police clearance check. May be required to be fingerprinted. May be required to pass a pre-employment physical. May be required to possess the State Of Michigan Certified Addictions Counselor credential.

Salary: $34.47 - $38.61 hourly. + $2/hour for hours worked 12am – 8am, + $3/hour for weekends worked Friday 5pm – Monday 8am Hours: Saturday & Sunday 12am – 10am. Location: Lansing, MI