Social Worker (LMSW) – Outpatient

Job Title: Social Worker (LMSW) – Outpatient

Location: Southgate, MI

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Work Setting: Outpatient Mental Health Services

Schedule: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional evening or weekend hours

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Social Worker (LMSW) to provide outpatient mental health services to individuals, youth, and families in Southgate, Michigan. The ideal candidate will have a relevant graduate degree, applicable Michigan licensure, and experience working with individuals diagnosed with mental illness.

This role requires strong therapeutic relationship-building skills, cultural competency, and the ability to collaborate with families, treatment providers, and interdisciplinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support and mental health services to individuals, youth, and families.
• Build and maintain effective therapeutic relationships across different treatment settings and service delivery methods.
• Assess client needs and support individualized treatment goals and care plans.
• Collaborate with families, unit staff, and external providers to coordinate services and promote continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
• Track and prepare required program data and reports.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, colleagues, and other service providers.
• Apply culturally responsive practices when working with diverse populations.
• Follow program policies, professional standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Required: Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
• Required: Corresponding Michigan state licensure.
• Required: At least one year of experience working with or treating individuals diagnosed with mental illness. Fieldwork and internship experience may count.
• Must obtain the Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credential within 120 days of hire.
• Acceptable licenses include LLMSW, LLPC, TLLP, LMSW, LPC, or LLP, as applicable to the candidate’s degree and professional discipline.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work independently, interpret instructions, and manage competing priorities.
• Cultural competency and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Flexibility to meet program needs, including occasional evening and weekend hours.

Important Details

1. Schedule: Typically, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional evening or weekend hours.
2. Weekly Hours: 37.5 hours.
3. On-Call: No on-call requirements.
4. Weekend Schedule: Varies based on program needs.
5. QMHP Credential: Must be obtained within 120 days of hire.
6. Compensation: Pay is based on license level and experience. Rates are grant-funded and non-negotiable.

• Full License: $29.47–$39.67 per hour.
• Limited License: $27.22–$36.63 per hour.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about supporting individuals, youth, and families through mental health services, apply today to explore this outpatient opportunity in Southgate, Michigan!

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Fair Chance Employment

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Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

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