- Salary
- $27 – $39/hr
- Location
- Southgate, Michigan, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- Master
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Job Title: Adult Outpatient Therapist (LMSW / LPC / LLP / Limited Licensed).
Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated Adult Outpatient Therapist to join our Adult Behavioral Health team. In this role, you will deliver direct clinical mental health and co-occurring substance abuse services, including intake evaluations, individual therapy, group therapy, and Person-Centered Planning for adults and their families. Working in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment alongside psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and community support networks, you will help clients achieve meaningful recovery goals.
Compensation & Schedule:
- Hourly Pay Rates:
- Fully Licensed Therapists (LMSW, LPC, LLP): $29.47 – $39.67 / hour.
- Limited Licensed Therapists (LLMSW, LLPC, TLLP): $27.22 – $36.63 / hour.
- Schedule & Flexibility: Flexible scheduling available within program operating hours (Monday–Thursday 8:30 AM–7:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM). Some evening or weekend hours as needed.
- Travel & Training: IRS standard mileage reimbursement ($0.70/mile) when personal vehicle is used; 100% employer-paid professional development and clinical training.
Benefits Package:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.
- Paid Holidays: New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday (half-day), Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Black Friday, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Assessments & Intake: Conduct clinical intake evaluations and assess physical, mental, and social needs for adults presenting with mental health and/or co-occurring substance use disorders using Person-Centered Planning principles.
- Psychotherapy Services: Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy sessions tailored to individualized treatment plans.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with psychiatrists, primary care providers, case managers, and family support networks to coordinate care and ensure holistic treatment goals.
- Clinical Documentation & Compliance: Maintain timely, precise electronic clinical records and progress notes following professional standards and program regulations.
- Discharge Planning & Professional Development: Coordinate effective discharge planning and case closures; complete required continuing education in adult mental health and co-occurring disorder treatment.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education: Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, or Psychology [Required].
- Licensure: Active State Licensure or Limited Licensure (e.g., LMSW, LPC, LLP, LLMSW, LLPC, or TLLP) [Required].
- Clinical Experience: Minimum 1+ years of experience (inclusive of formal fieldwork or supervised clinical internship) working with individuals diagnosed with mental illness [Required].
- Professional Credentials: Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credential or eligibility to obtain within 120 days of hire.
- Core Competencies: Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic relationship skills, cultural competency, excellent documentation and organizational abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
Skills
Compliance