26-1517 Mental Health Therapist AMHS/ART - $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.

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 supervision of the Assessment and Referral Team Coordinator, for the Adult Mental Health Services Program, will function as a member of the Assessment and Referral Team.

This person will serve as a Master’s level professional clinician performing a wide range of direct and indirect mental health and co-occurring substance use services.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: psychosocial assessment of adults to determine mental health needs and level of care, provide short term counseling and case management services, connect individuals to community resources, and develop short term treatment plans using person centered planning principles.

Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies and procedures. CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies and procedures.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is required or must be obtained within60 days of application. Possession of an appropriate State of Michigan credential is required or must have applied for and be able to obtain within 60 days of hire.

One year experience (professional or paraprofessional) in treating or working with persons with mental illness required or one academic year of graduate practicum/internship experience working with persons with mental illness required. Candidate must be able to work well with others.

Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both verbally and in writing required. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable means of transportation for job related use required.

Conditional Employment Requirements: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a background verification, and credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record, educational background check, and verification of an acceptable work history. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.

To Apply: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application. CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons.

CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Salary: $31.92 - $35.75 per hour, with scheduled annual increases that result in an hourly rate of $41.50 per hour.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.

Location: Adult Mental Health Services/ART, Lansing, MI