26-1400 Mental Health Therapist - Families Forward/Children’s Trauma Initiative - $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.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of a Families Forward Supervisor, directly supervised by the Initiative Coordinator, this position is responsible for assisting in the implementation of the statewide Children’s Trauma Initiative, a statewide evidence-based practices (EBP) training initiative.

The Specialist will work as part of a team to facilitate training and technical assistance to Community Mental Health Services Programs training in EBP’s such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents.

The specialist will also assist in the evaluation, fidelity monitoring, and sustainability efforts of the Initiative.

This position is funded through a contract with MDHHS. 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 is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service member, veterans, and their family member to apply.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is required or must be obtained within 60 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 of post Master’s experience with children and families within the past 6 years required.

Experience with Evidence Based Practices training required. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both verbally and in writing is required.

Ability to partner with a variety of professionals and caregivers; work on a variety of tasks concurrently, have strong organizational skills; be a self-starter. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required.

Conditional Employment Requirements: Offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a background verification and credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, undergo and pass a Central Registry Screening, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, verification of an acceptable 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/Hours: $31.92 - $35.75 per hour with scheduled, annual increases that can result in an hourly rate of $41.50 per hour. 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a. m. – 5:00 p. m., some evenings may be required. Specific schedule to be determined based upon Initiative activities. Grant funded position to be renewed annually.

Location: Families Forward/Children’s Trauma Initiative, Lansing, Michigan.