Intake Clinician - Children and Adult Services

Easterseals MORC is hiring for a Hybrid Intake Clinician to help make a difference and become part of something bigger than yourself!

As we continue to grow, we are actively hiring for a Hybrid Intake Clinician based out of our Center Line office, with the potential to also work out of our Clinton Township office.

Position Details

This position offers a blend of in-person and remote work, with the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week, based on business and program needs. The primary office location will be Center Line, with the potential to split time between the Center Line and Clinton Township offices.

This is a fast-paced, dynamic work environment where flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative team approach are essential.

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 and 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

Qualifications

• Possess a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
• Preferred: Current Michigan licensure as an LMSW, LLP, or LPC.
• Highly qualified LLMSW candidates who are nearing independent licensure may also be considered. Please note that LLMSW candidates fall within a different pay grade.
• Must meet qualifications of a Mental Health Professional (MHP) per Michigan PIHP/CMHSP Provider Qualification requirements for Medicaid Services.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience conducting biopsychosocial assessments is strongly preferred.
• Experience diagnosing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred.
• CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor) certification is preferred.
• Candidates without a CAADC who are interested in obtaining certification may be considered if they are willing to commit to developing a CAADC development plan through MCBAP, with the support and guidance of Easterseals MORC.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Screen for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Implement integrated, strengths-based assessment interviews to assess the presence, onset, symptoms, and patterns of substance use, behavioral, and psychiatric disorders.
• Assess for acute needs and risk and provide or arrange for appropriate stage-wise intervention. In the presence of two disorders, evaluate the interaction between the disorders, as well as the relationship of each to significant life events.
• Demonstrate knowledge of diagnostic criteria for psychiatric and substance use disorders.
• Conduct initial assessments to determine the appropriate level of care based on contract criteria.
• Analyze clinical histories for diagnostic purposes and develop preliminary individualized treatment plans.
• Complete initial authorizations for individuals, including recommendations for appropriate community-based services.
• Obtain information, when appropriate, from a variety of sources to develop a comprehensive clinical history.
• Record treatment plans, progress, and other significant information in agency case records.
• Develop preliminary treatment plans for substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders that are individualized, person-centered, and reflective of appropriate treatment matching.
• Identify specific goals, objectives, and stage- or phase-specific treatment interventions for each assessed need. When treatment needs are deferred, document the reason for doing so.
• Prioritize community resources and natural supports as strategies to assist individuals in meeting their identified needs.

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

Pay: $64,592.25 - $70,627.95 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold one of the following Michigan licenses? LMSW or LLP or LPC or LLMSW
• If you currently hold an LLMSW, are you actively working toward independent licensure and expect to obtain your LMSW or other qualifying independent license within the near future?
• How many years of experience do you have conducting biopsychosocial or comprehensive clinical assessments?
• How many years of experience do you have diagnosing mental health and/or substance use disorders?
• Do you currently hold a CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor) credential? If no, are you willing to work toward obtaining your CAADC through an MCBAP development plan?
• This position requires a combination of in-office and remote work, with up to two work-from-home days per week based on business needs. The primary office location is Center Line, with the potential to also work from our Clinton Township office. Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?
• This position works in a fast-paced environment and requires flexibility, adaptability, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Are you comfortable working in this type of environment?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Center Line, MI 48015

Salary : $64,592 - $70,628