Outpatient Therapist
AuSable Valley Community Mental Health Authority has many opportunities for those looking to make a difference in the lives of our community members by providing beneficial and cost-effective services to our consumers. AVCMHA provides State funded public mental health services to Iosco, Ogemaw, and Oscoda counties in northern Michigan. Services are provided to people with an Intellectual or Developmental Disability (I/DD), a Serious Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), and/or those who may be Seriously Emotionally Disturbed (SED).
Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule and travel throughout the Board's coverage area and, at times, around different areas of the state. Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Michigan, vehicle insurance as required by Michigan Law, and a good driving record; be a U.S. Citizen or have possession of necessary papers allowing holder to work legally within the United States.
A Pre-Employment Background Check will be conducted in the following areas: Criminal (Both State and Federal Finger Printing), Driving, Educational and Employment record verifications/inquiries.
Persons with Lived Experience with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities or substance use disorders are encouraged to apply. EOE.
Excellent Benefit Package
PTO (paid time off) Accrual Program
Paid Holidays
BC/BS PPO Medical Benefits
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Dental
Pension Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Student Loan Payment Assistance
Term Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
AFLAC
If you are having issues applying for a position or have questions about applying, email hr@avcmh.org
Credentials/Qualifications:
Minimum qualification for Outpatient Therapist is a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) and be licensed by the State of Michigan in their relative field as a full license (LMSW) or Limited License (LLMSW) or Masters in Counseling (licenses include LPC and LLPC).
CADC or CAADC (preferred but not required)
Additional requirements for this position include but are not limited to the following:
After Hours Emergency Services On Call Responsibilities
Ability to assess, diagnose using the DSM5 and treat adults and children with SMI/SED/I/DD
Have valid State of Mi License to practice. Full license preferred, Limited accepted.
Ability to enter documentation into electronic medical record.
Must have strong organization and time management skills
The Outpatient Therapist provides outpatient clinical services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities. They are responsible for the management of an individual caseload, fidelity to evidence-based practices, and collaboration amongst referral sources.
Major Responsibilities include:
Determine individual eligibility for Agency services
Provide individual and group therapy directly to consumers
Collaborate with community referral sources and interagency colleagues
Provide crisis intervention
Emergency on-call participation
Maintain documentation compliance and adherence to AVCMHA policy and procedure
Persons with Lived Experience with mental illness, intellectual/ developmental disabilities or substance abuse disorders are encouraged to apply.