Behavioral Health Clinician - Behaviorist

Easterseals MORC is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician - Behaviorist to provide comprehensive assessment, treatment, and support to individuals with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. This role focuses on engaging individuals in a trauma-informed, empathetic manner while conducting diagnostic and functional behavioral assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, providing short-term therapy and crisis intervention, and coordinating care with internal teams and community resources.

 

We are looking for Game Changers . The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference. The superheroes of their field who care about the people they serve. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team. 

 

 

Benefits:

• Low-cost Dental/Health/Vision insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement, and up to 5 days paid FMLA for maternity, paternity, foster care and adoption
• Generous 401K retirement plan
• Paid leave options available
• Up to $125 bonus for taking 5 days off in a row
• 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Wellness Programs
• We are a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer
• We provide bonuses and extra incentives to reward hard work & dedication
• Mileage reimbursement in accordance with IRS rate
• Free financial planning services through our partnerships with the LoVasco Consulting Group, and SoFi
• Student loan repayment options
• Pet Insurance

Minimum Qualification:

• Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling from an accredited university.
• Licensure: Must hold one of the following Michigan licenses:

  • LLP (Limited Licensed Psychologist) or LP (Licensed Psychologist)

  • LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)

  • LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)

  • BCBA Certification 

• Experience:

  • Meets Mental Health Professional (MHP) qualifications per Michigan Medicaid PIHP/CMHSP guidelines.

  • Knowledge of co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use).

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• For SUD Populations (if applicable): Must have a current MCBAP development plan, time-limited exception plan, or hold a relevant certification (e.g., CADC, CAADC, CCJP-R, CCDP-D, or equivalent recognized by IC&RC or the Upper Midwest Indian Council on Addiction Disorders).

• Proof of a Valid MI Drivers License and Auto insurance with your name listed as an insured driver. 

Essential Job Functions:

1. Engagement & Assessment – Engage individuals in a welcoming, empathetic, and trauma-informed manner, even during crisis or acute phases. Conduct functional behavioral, diagnostic, and strength-based assessments to identify mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Evaluate symptoms, risk factors, and interactions between disorders, and identify relapse triggers or immediate safety needs.

2. Treatment Planning & Intervention – Develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans with stage-specific interventions that integrate mental health, substance use, and co-occurring care. Provide short-term therapy, crisis intervention, group or individual counseling, relapse prevention planning, and education to individuals, families, and support networks. Encourage engagement with community supports, peer programs, and prescribed treatments.

3. Collaboration & Case Management – Serve as a member of diagnostic and treatment teams, collaborate with internal and external providers, and link individuals to community resources and supports. Perform case management functions, coordinate care across systems, and act as a liaison with schools, vocational programs, and other agencies as needed.

4. Documentation, Compliance & Administrative Duties – Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. Authorize medically necessary services, ensure confidentiality and data security, follow all agency policies and schedules, and use provided technology to complete work effectively.

5. Teamwork & Professional Contribution – Foster a positive and inclusive team environment with remote and in-office colleagues. Participate in meetings, training, and team-building activities. Manage time and priorities independently while maintaining a professional and productive work setting.

6. Additional Duties – Complete other tasks as assigned to support the mission of Easterseals MORC and the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services.

Easterseals MORC was awarded Metro Detroit and West Michigan 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For!