• Engage individuals in a welcoming, hopeful, empathetic manner even during acute phase.
• Screen for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Implement integrated strength based assessment(s) interviews to assess the presence, onset, symptoms and patterns of substance use, behavioral and psychiatric disorders. Assess for acute needs and risk and provide/arrange for appropriate stage wise intervention. In the presence of two disorders, evaluation will be made of the interaction between the two, as well as the relationship of each to significant life events. Demonstrate the knowledge of diagnostic criteria for psychiatric and substance use disorders.
• Provides, therapeutic intervention on a limited, short term basis. Offers crisis intervention as needed and individual, and group therapy. Evaluates the progress of individuals on an on-going basis.
• May perform case management functions and act as a liaison with school and/or vocational personnel and other community agencies to refer individuals, formulate and execute treatment plans, and provide educational and consultative services.
• Obtains information when appropriate form a variety of sources to develop a clinical history. Records the treatment plan, progress and other significant information regarding the individuals for agency case records.
• Attends team meetings to review problems and plan solutions.
• Develop treatment plans for SA, MH and COD that are individualized and person-centered and reflect proper treatment matching. Specific goals, objectives and stage/phase specific treatment interventions are identified for each assessed need. If deferred, the reason for doing so is identified. Community resources and supports are prioritized as a strategy to assist individuals with meeting their needs.
• Assist individuals with identifying changes in behavior, attitudes, feeling and thought that are triggers for relapse. Assist in the development of a relapse prevention/crisis plan utilizing personal, community and provider supports.
• Provide education and/or consultation to help individuals, families, and support persons to understand the interplay of mental health and/or substance use disorders, the phases of recovery, service options, self-determination, and the course of treatment. Clinicians will encourage participation in community and peer support groups.
• Communicate and collaborate with other providers from the SA, Public Health, Hospitals and MI systems to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs discharge planning activities in accordance with best practice standards for individuals being released from a hospital setting.
• Assists individuals with medication needs and coordinates with psychiatrist as appropriate based on treatment needs. Provide support, education, and reinforce the use of prescribed medications to treat substance use and psychiatric disorders.
• Completes and maintains all paperwork in accordance with Medicaid and Department of Community Health guidelines, as well as Easterseals policies and procedures.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge and understanding of Medicaid Chapter III, contract criteria, CARF, DSM V, and consumer eligibility requirements.
• Performs crisis intervention as needed.
• Follows best practice guidelines in coordinating with Common Ground, OCCMHA and other Core Provider Agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Responsible for authorizing medically necessary services for all individuals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles of trauma informed care.
• Willingness to support and assist individuals with trauma related issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work; AND Have an LMSW from the State of Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services. LPC also accepted.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator or chauffeur's license, and auto insurance.
• Must possess knowledge and have an understanding of co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance abuse).

Benefits of Being a Superhero!

• We are proud to offer an equitable and inclusive environment that reflects the communities that we serve and encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our workforce.
• Here at Easterseals, life is good. We have flexible hours, loads of time off, and awesome events.
• 3 weeks of Personal Time Off /PTO PTO 3 floating holidays, in addition to Easterseals MORC 10 observed holidays.
• As a member of our family, you are part of a culture that values professional development, community service and collaboration.
• We keep it open, honest and inclusive. We care about providing our employees a collaborative experience, including quarterly team days.
• We not only offer our employees a competitive salary, we also provide bonuses and extra incentives to reward their hard work & dedication.
• Innovation is at the heart of our organization. We use cutting-edge technology and evidence-based practices.
• We offer fantastic benefits! We have a competitive and comprehensive salary and benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with company contribution Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary Dependent reimbursement
• We offer a variety of resources centered on our 6 pillars of well-being to support staff in living a healthy lifestyle. Free access to Calm app? Yes please!
• We offer traditional and 401k options to ensure each of our employees are able to save for their future.
• We are a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer

Proud Winners of:

• Metro Detroit's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For
• Corp! Magazine Diversity Award Winner
• West Michigan's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For
• Crain's Cool Places to Work
• Oakland Parenting Awareness Coalitions' Family Friendly Employer of the Year

Education

• Masters or better in Psychology
• Masters or better in Social Work
• Masters or better in Counseling Psychology

Licenses & Certifications

• Drivers Lic
• LLP
• LMSW
• LPC

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)