Licensed Clinical Therapist $5,000 Bonus - (MSW, LPC) Inpatient Setting

Overview

Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a full time Licensed Therapist.Monday thru Friday.

 

Salary is $65,000 to $80,000 per year

 

$5,000 Sign On Bonus Available

 

CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required - (Training is available upon hire and provided by the facility.)

 

Purpose Statement

Plans, directs, defines, and coordinates individualized and group therapeutic services for patients experiencing:

• Behavioral health challenges
• Psychiatric disorders
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Substance use disorders
• Physical and emotional abuse
• This role is essential in supporting patients throughout their treatment journey, advocating for their needs, and facilitating safe and effective discharge planning.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams
• Provide crisis intervention and therapeutic support
• Coordinate discharge planning and community referrals
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

 

About Us

Acadia Healthcare and Henry Ford Health System have partnered in a joint venture to develop, build, and operate a state-of-the-art, two-story behavioral health hospital in West Bloomfield, Michigan.

 

Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital expands access to high-quality psychiatric care and supports the growing mental health needs of the Greater Detroit Metro area. Our modern facility is thoughtfully designed to promote holistic healing, featuring contemporary amenities, six outdoor therapeutic spaces, and a calming environment that supports recovery and well-being for both patients and staff.

 

We provide compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare for adolescents, adults, and senior adults in a supportive and collaborative setting.

 

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct psychosocial assessment of patient and develop an effective treatment plan that applies therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring patient safety at all times.
• Through patient observation and patient/family interview obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Provide crisis intervention and assist families in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meeting to discuss psychosocial assessment, treatment planning and ongoing discharge planning.
• Identify, assess and coordinate patient cases and anticipate their needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education and home/community services.
• Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
• May conduct intakes and assist in coordinating placements within facility programs.
• Promote recovery, symptom reduction and the achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
• Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
• Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
• May facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
• Manage a caseload and maintain accurate and timely documentation to assure patient records comply with facility and accreditation standards.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related mental health field from an accredited college or university required.
• New graduates of an accredited master’s program are welcome, provided they have successfully completed required field education, internship, or practicum as part of their degree program.
• Two (2) or more years of experience working with the identified patient population preferred.
• Ability to assess, engage, and provide therapeutic interventions to individuals with mental health needs.
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

 

LICENSES / DESIGNATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS

• Active state licensure, as required in the state in which the facility operates, which may include one of the following:
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
• CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required(Training is available upon hire and provided by the facility.)
• First Aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

 

 

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

 

 

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