The Clinician provides clinical assessment, brief individual and group therapy, treatment planning, and crisis support services to residents at Covenant House of Michigan. Responsibilities also include coordinating care, meeting productivity standards, completing accurate documentation, and participating in treatment team activities.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a relevant mental health field and hold a corresponding State of Michigan professional license (LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, LLMFT, LMFT, TLLP, or LLP) to qualify as a Qualified Mental Health Professional. A valid Michigan Driver's license and reliable transportation are also mandatory requirements.
The Covenant House of Michigan (CHMI) Clinician provides clinical assessment, brief individual, and group therapy, treatment and crisis planning, and support services to the residents.
Compensation Range
The starting pay for this position is $57,600 - $74,400 for limited licensed candidates, and $61,850 - $80,150 annual salary for fully licensed candidates, and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
What’s in it for you
As a member of our team, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and the lives of the individuals that we serve. CNS Healthcare provides a robust total rewards program to support our team members and their loved ones. We’ve shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more! [https://www.cnshealthcare.org/careers/]
Comprehensive medical insurance options
Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
Generous PTO program starting at 23 days annually
16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more
Interested in learning more about this role?
Please see below for a summary of job responsibilities and qualifications!
Provides brief therapy to CHMI residents as needed
Coordinates care with CNS Case Manager, Peer Support Specialist, CHMI staff and residents
Formulates and coordinate person-centered treatment plans
Uses evidence-based practices to provide individual, and group therapy
Meets direct service productivity and documentation standards per agency and program expectations
Benefits
Dental
Vision
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Life
Paid parental leave
Short-term disability insurance
Floating holidays
Comprehensive medical insurance options
Student loan forgiveness eligibility
Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
Completes all required documentation completely, accurately, and in accordance with CNS policy
Collaborates and participates with treatment team, CHMI staff, community partners, and other natural supports as identified by the CHMI resident
Participates in case conferences and staff meetings
Utilizes clinical supervision, responds to directives, and implement feedback.
Initiates referrals for psychiatric and psychological evaluations when deemed clinically appropriate
Crisis Intervention
Facilitate groups in conjointly with the Case Manager and/or Peer Support Specialist
Acts as liaison between the CHMI Resident and their natural support system, primary care physicians, and other community agencies identified
Assist CHMI Residents linking, and coordinating with CNS Case Manager and Peer Support Specialist for other support services
Prepare reports for other agencies, DHHS, courts, schools, etc. as needed
Obtains and maintains LOCUS rater-reliability and conducts other assessments
Maintains timely and accurate client records to ensure they meet CNS CCBHC CHMI, DWIHN, and CARF standards.
Utilizes a trauma-informed approach to services
Lead or participate in at least one process improvement initiative annually
Participate in required training to meet CCBHC and QMHP requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required
Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy
State licensure: Limited-Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LLMSW), Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW), Limited-Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Limited-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Temporary Limited-License Psychologist (TLLP), OR Limited-Licensed Psychologist (LLP)
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
Individual with at least a master’s degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited school who is trained and has one year of experience in the examination, evaluation and treatment of young adults
Valid State of Michigan Driver’s license
Transportation or automobile accessibility with current auto insurance
Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and courteously
Ability to use discretion and judgmental when handling matters of a sensitive or confidential nature
Advanced time management, problem solving, customer service, interpersonal, collaboration, crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills
Ability to be forward thinking and take initiative to accomplish goals and objectives of the department
Intermediate level experience with computers and Microsoft office products
Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations, the CNS Corporate Compliance Program, CNS Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and value cultural and ethnic differences, their alternatives perspectives, lifestyles, etc.
Preferred
Basic knowledge of cognitive behavioral therapy.
Understanding of substance used and co-occurring disorders treatment.
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Requires valid and unrestricted Driver’s License
Valid and Unrestricted professional license practice
NPI registration
Must accept a bio-psycho-social model of recovery and believe that change is possible.
About CNS Healthcare
CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in Southeastern Michigan. CNS employs approximately 400 employees, paraprofessionals, and support staff, delivering services to more than 7,000 people annually.
CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations, and uses a patient-centered approach to identify, support, and promote the overall health of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
