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Behavorial Health Therapist

Northwest Michigan Health Services
Traverse, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/30/2026 CLOSED ON 2/2/2026

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Do you share our passion for quality, equitable health care for all?  Are you ready for a fresh outlook and positive approach to healthcare? 

Join our dedicated team today! 

At Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. (NMHSI), we believe that the patient is at the center of all we do and we work as a team to build patient relationships, align care and connect patients to community services and supports.  Together, we help every patient heal, smile and breathe! 

Full-time benefits include:

- Medical benefits through BCBS of Michigan or BCN

- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution

- Employer-sponsored group term life insurance

- Employer-sponsored short-term and long-term disability insurance

-Employee Assistant Program (available immediately)

- Voluntary life insurance options

Paid Time & Work-Life Balance

- 11 Paid Holidays

- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Benefits

- 401(k) with Roth option and employer match

 
Role Description
As the Behavioral Health Therapist, you will provide care for a range of behavioral health conditions, chronic medical issues, and adverse health behaviors by consulting with primary care to perform brief, focused assessments and interventions with patients.   You will work with Primary care to assist patients in making behavioral changes to optimize their own health.   Other services such as extensive evaluation, traditional therapy or prolonged care may be utilized where patients require more intensive services.  In this position, you will link patients to specialty behavioral health services.  

Qualifications 

LPC/LMSW licensure in State of Michigan or other related fields - supervision provided for limited license

Prefer CAADC credentials for substance abuse

Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and develop and maintain professional working relationships with site and administrative staff. 
Possess Skills in motivation, self-direction, and punctuality.
Clinical Experience with provision of mental health services in a community based setting
Knowledge of health information related to adults, adolescents and/or children
Knowledge of, and experience working in a primary care facility as a mental/behavioral health specialist preferred
Ability to work well as part of a team and keep team members updated on current projects and developments 

Remains flexible and calm while performing duties in stressful environments. Contributes to a positive and respectful workplace.

Join NMHSI and become an important part of our Integrated Health Team! Your days will be filled with serving uninsured, and underserved populations in our community, helping them to gain confidence and creating smiles through a variety of services!

NMHSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

This role may be eligible for Student Loan repayment opportunities! 

For more information please check our our job description. 


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