Team Leader Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Description

As a recognized leader in our field, The Guidance Center provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958. With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth and education services to more than 18,000 people annually. Together we: Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader to join our team of talented professionals.  

We have a market-based compensation structure. The estimated salary for this position will vary based on a candidate's transferable work experience and qualifications. This is a salary grade 109A.   

As a Team Leader in the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program, you will be responsible for the following:

• Provide comprehensive psycho-social assessment, treatment planning, therapy, community-based support and advocacy to adults with serious mental illness and their families.  
• Work in collaboration with the ACT team and other community providers to facilitate the efficient and effective operation of the program and adherence to ACT fidelity standards. 
• Assist with the orientation training of ACT team members and co-facilitate ACT team meetings.  
• The Team Leader provides crisis intervention, on-call crisis coverage and clinical consultation to other on-call staff as needed.  

Requirements

To qualify for this position, you will need the following:

• Must possess a master's degree in social work, Psychology or Counseling with a LMSW, LLP or LPC licensure from the State of Michigan. All state licensures must continually remain active, in effect, and free from disciplinary action.  
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience treating adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders is required. Specific experience working in a community mental health setting and knowledge is preferred.  
• Must be eligible for a Qualified Mental Health Professional at the time of hire and a Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist credential within 120 days of hire.  
• Must possess a CAADC credential, or be on an active, approved registered MCBAP certification Development Plan within six weeks of hire. The Development Plan application must be submitted to MCBAP with or without the required trainings within 30 days of hire. Documentation of required trainings may be submitted with the Development Plan Application or within 90 days of hire.   
• Candidates for this position must have exceptional clinical assessment, client engagement and intervention skills.  
• Must demonstrate competency working collaboratively with clients, family members, agency staff and community partners.  
• Must have the ability to work both independently and as a team member.  
• Must have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Must have an orientation toward providing community outreach services and must have the ability to effectively manage crisis situations. 
• Additional requirements include a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of adults with mental illness and/or co-occurring substance use disorders and their families. 
• Candidates must also possess and retain a Chauffeurs license and meet the driving eligibility requirements as defined by the agency's current insurance policy.

The Guidance Center believes that our team members are our most valuable resources, and we invest in them accordingly. We offer our employees a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, a team-oriented work environment and much more!

The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a welcoming place for everyone.