Mental Health Therapist - Adults

Hegira Health, Inc. (HHI), a private non-profit corporation, is one of the largest freestanding behavioral healthcare agencies in the area. HHI, accredited by the Joint Commission and licensed by the State of Michigan, provides a broad array of mental health and substance abuse treatment and prevention services to individuals of all ages.

Hybrid Work Schedule: Three Days in Office; Two Days Remote (after training period)

LOCATION OPTIONS: Westland or Livonia

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university, specializing in psychology, social work, counseling, or other related human services field
• Current, licensure/certification issued by the State of Michigan
• One year providing direct treatment services to adults in a behavioral health inpatient or outpatient setting
• Knowledge of diagnostics, psychopharmacology, and supportive treatment approaches as applied to a severely mentally ill (SMI) adult population
• Knowledge of the identification and treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders

RESPONSIBILITIES (summary):

• Facilitate new patient orientation group, as assigned, and provide accurate information regarding clinic and corporate CMH services.
• Complete assigned new intake comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment within seven days of interview..
• Formulate preliminary DSM five-axis diagnosis.
• Identify issues that may exist regarding safety (personal and environmental), natural supports, and community involvement.
• Identify referrals needed for comprehensive treatment, including medical, nutrition, substance abuse, STD/HIV, education, and vocational training.
• Identify Case Management needs and complete referral recommendation, as indicated, within seven days of identified need.
• Obtain releases of information for coordination of care, including primary care physician, past treatment episodes, emergency and significant support persons, court, and school related contacts.
• Educate patient/guardian with respect to admission information packet, including but not limited to, Medicaid Grievance procedures and Recipient Rights processes.
• Complete Urine Drug Screen.
• Schedule appointment for psychiatric evaluation.
• Complete an individualized Treatment Plan for each patient.
• Utilize the patient’s Person Centered Questionnaire in development of treatment plan and support person participation.
• Complete Treatment Plan Reviews (TPR) minimally after the first 90 days of treatment and 180 days thereafter. ·
• Update Treatment Plan via a TPR following a change in clinical status.
• Document on Treatment Plan criteria and anticipated date for planned discharge.
• Complete Discharge paperwork within 21 days of discharge date. ·
• Complete a Continuing Care Plan for each patient discharge at the last session for planned discharges and within seven days for unplanned discharges.
• Report medication issues, including non-compliance and adverse side effects, to clinic psychiatrist and/or clinic supervisor immediately.

Pay is based upon years of related experience and licensure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• providing direct treatment services to adults: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LMSW; LLMSW; LLPC, LPC, LLP, TLLP (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $68,000