What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children's Services Clinician-Master's Level - Alpena position at Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority?
Children's Services Clinician-Master's Level - Alpena
Children’s Home-Based Clinician
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus After 180 Days
Plus: Earn an Average of $10,000 Annually in On-Call Pay!
Rate: $30.46 – $42.09/hour
Status: Full-Time | Exempt
Benefits
- Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance & Retirement Plan
- Paid Training & 12 Paid Holidays
- Generous Leave Time Package
- Supportive Team Culture
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- And more…
Summary
Are you a licensed mental health professional driven to help children and families overcome challenges and thrive? At Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority (NeMCMHA), we’re seeking a compassionate and skilled Children’s Home-Based Clinician to provide therapeutic services directly in homes and community settings.
This is more than a clinical role—it’s a chance to walk alongside families during their most vulnerable moments, offering support, guidance, and hope. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values trauma-informed care, person-centered planning, and evidence-based practices. If you’re ready to use your expertise to make a real difference, we’d love to welcome you to our mission-driven organization.
What You’ll Do
As a Children’s Home-Based Clinician, you’ll provide direct services to children and families experiencing serious emotional disturbance or mental illness. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting intake assessments, pre-plans, and individualized service plans
- Delivering therapy and support in home and community environments
- Strengthening parenting skills and promoting healthy parent-child relationships
- Supporting families through emotional challenges and daily stressors
- Collaborating with schools, agencies, and community partners
- Participating in crisis response and Mobile Intensive Crisis Stabilization Services (ICSS)
- Implementing evidence-based practices aligned with person-centered planning
- Contributing to the Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Team
What You Bring
- Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
- Current Michigan licensure appropriate to your discipline
- Experience providing child and family mental health services preferred
- MI-AIMH Endorsement for Early Childhood/Infant Mental Health valued
- Functional computer literacy and strong communication skills
- Lived experience with mental illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use is valued
You’ll Thrive Here If You…
- Are passionate about family-centered, trauma-informed care
- Value flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful connection
- Enjoy working in a collaborative, supportive team environment
- Are committed to continuous learning and professional growth
About Us
NeMCMHA has proudly served Alpena, Alcona, Presque Isle, and Montmorency counties since 1968. With nearly 400 staff across 17 accredited programs, we’re committed to helping people live and work independently through compassionate, comprehensive care.
We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in all its forms.
Apply today and help shape the future of children’s mental health in Northeast Michigan.
Salary : $10,000