Children's Outpatient Therapist/Counselor

Hegira Health, Inc. (HHI), a private non-profit corporation, is one of the largest freestanding behavioral healthcare agencies in the area. HHI, accredited by the Joint Commission and licensed by the State of Michigan, provides a broad array of mental health and substance abuse treatment and prevention services to individuals of all ages.

The Therapist shall be available Monday through Friday daytime and minimum of two evenings per week or one evening and one Saturday to meet the needs of the consumers. A hybrid work schedule (three days in office and two days remote is available after completion of training).

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university, specializing in psychology, social work, counseling, or other related human services field
• Current, appropriate licensure/certification issued by the State of Michigan
• One year providing direct treatment services to children in a behavioral health inpatient or outpatient setting
• Demonstrate knowledge of diagnostics, psychopharmacology, and supportive treatment approaches as applied to child/adolescent population
• Knowledge of family treatment utilizing a family systems approach

RESPONSIBILITIES (summary):

• Complete assigned intake/ comprehensive integrated bio-psychosocial assessment
• Formulate preliminary ICD-10 diagnosis.
• Identify issues that may exist regarding safety (personal and environmental), natural supports, and community involvement
• Identify referrals needed for comprehensive treatment, including medical, nutrition, education, and vocational training
• Report to all referral sources as needed
• Identify Case Management, and/or Psychiatry needs and complete referral within timeframes
• Complete necessary screening tools
• Establish effective therapeutic bonds with patients assigned to caseload
• Demonstrate ongoing engagement efforts with difficult to engage patients
• Complete progress notes for all treatment services

Pay is based upon years of related experience for limited license applicants. Hegira Health supervises hours needed for full licensure at no cost. Additional compensation for full license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working with children?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• providing direct treatment services to children: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LMSW; LLMSW; LLPC, LPC, LLP, TLLP (Required)

Work Location: In person