Behavioral Health Therapist | LMSW, LPC, or LLP

Job Description

Job Description

Social Worker

Location : Southgate, MI

Employment Type : Full-Time (40 hrs / week)

About Client

Our client is dedicated to improving community well-being through accessible behavioral health services. They provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adults and families facing mental health and substance use challenges. Their mission is to nurture development, foster resilience, and support long-term recovery.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary :

$54,171–$73,281 annually

$27.78–$37.58 hourly, depending on licensure and experience

Shift : Monday–Thursday 8 : 30 am–7 : 00 pm, Friday 8 : 30 am–5 : 00 pm

Benefits Package : 401(k) and 403(b)

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Training and Development

Job Summary

As a Behavioral Therapist, you will provide clinical services to adults with mental health and substance abuse diagnoses. This includes conducting assessments, facilitating individual and group therapy, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliance with all professional and licensure standards.

Key Responsibilities

Provide clinical services for adults and families

Conduct assessments and document needs for mental health and substance abuse services

Deliver individual and group therapy sessions

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external service providers

Maintain compliance with contractual and licensure requirements

Attend supervision, meetings, and case consultations

Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation

Uphold professional code of ethics

Coordinate effective discharge planning

Complete training in mental health and substance use disorders

Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience

Active Michigan licensure in one of the following :

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Limited License Psychologist (LLP)

Additional certifications accepted :

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) in Michigan

Certified Mental Health Professional (CMHP) in Michigan

Ideal Qualifications

Experience working with both mental health and substance use disorder populations

Strong ability to work within multidisciplinary teams

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Commitment to ethical and professional standards of care

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