Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Coordinator for the 55th District Mental Health Court, will function as a member of the 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: case management, individual and group therapy, treatment team consultation, development of person-centered plans, and evidenced-based practice activities. Assessment of adults to determine mental health needs and level of care, provide brief counseling to those with mild to moderate mental illness, connect to community resources, and develop short term treatment plans using person centered planning principles. Responsible for extensive case documentation. CMHA-CEI is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service members, veterans, and their family members 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, LMSW preferred. One year of experience (professional or paraprofessional) working with persons with mental illness required or one academic year of graduate practicum/internship experience working with persons with mental illness required. One year of work experience with adults experiencing serious and persistent mental illness preferred. Experience with Co-occurring Disorder Treatment is highly desired. Experience working with mental illness population in criminal justice system and familiarity with court system highly preferred. 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 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 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: $57,125 - $64,841 annually. 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Location: Adult Mental Health Services/55th District Mental Health Court, Lansing, Michigan.