MDHHS Clinical Liaison (26-99)

Position : MDHHS Clinical Liaison

Req.# : 26-99

FTE : Full-time, Non-Exempt

Unit : UAW

Department/Location : Access

Compensation: $27.49 - $36.44 The final job offer is based on several factors (internal equity, skills, education, experience, and credentials).

Attractive Benefits Package : Four health insurance plans | 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance plans | 13 paid holidays | Generous PTO | Professional development | Tuition reimbursement |Professional License reimbursement | Defined contribution retirement plan| Employee Assistance program | Life and voluntary life insurance options | Short and Long term disability | Approved site for loan forgiveness (based on position and department): NHSC, STAR Loan Repayment, Behavioral Health Loan Repayment, MI Kids Now Loan Repayment and much more!

Network180 employees make a difference in people’s lives every day, making our community a better place to live. We are the behavioral health community organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others.

We are seeking a MDHHS Clinical Liaison to provide and facilitate access to Network180 services for children and families involved in the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) system. The MDHHS Clinical Liaison will complete assessments, participate in integrated review meetings, and assess and determine eligibility for SED Wavier services.

· Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.

· State of Michigan limited or full license as a master’s social worker, professional counselor, counselor, or marriage and family therapist; OR be eligible for a limited license as stated above and obtain that licensure within three (3) months of hire.

· Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP) credential or at least one year of experience in the examination, evaluation and treatment of minors and their families obtained via employment or internship experience.

· Thorough knowledge of mental health service options within and outside the Kent County region.

· Thorough working knowledge of the MDDHS CPS and foster care system.

· Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.

· Computer skills include word processing, spreadsheets, and e-mail.

· Demonstrated experience working in a multicultural environment.

· Social services experiences with African American or Latino populations.

· Trained to administer the MichiCAN; CAFAS/PECFAS as a reliable rater.

· English/Spanish bilingual

Job interviews are being conducted in person or via the internet. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. For a detailed job description and responsibilities please review the job description. Network180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Network180 participates in E-Verify.

Network180 is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which includes the prohibition of medical and recreational marijuana use. Successful completion of a drug screen is part of our background check process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at 616 336-3909 or jobs@network180.org .

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.