Intake Behavioral Health Clinician - Adults and Families

Description Easterseals MORC is hiring for an Intake Clinician based out of Walled Lake to help make a difference and become part of something bigger than yourself! We are looking for Game Changers The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference. The superheroes of their field who care about the people they serve. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team. Benefits: Low-cost Dental/Health/Vision insurance Dependent care reimbursement, and up to 5 days paid FMLA for maternity, paternity, foster care and adoption. Generous 401K retirement plan Paid leave options available Up to $125 bonus for taking 5 days off in a row. 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays Wellness Programs We are a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer. We provide bonuses and extra incentives to reward hard work & dedication. Mileage reimbursement in accordance with IRS rate. Free financial planning services through our partnerships with the LoVasco Consulting Group, and SoFi. Student loan repayment options Pet Insurance Qualifications: Possess a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work or Counseling; AND Have a LMSW, or LPC from the State of Michigan. Highly qualified LLMSW may be considered. Must meet qualifications of a Mental Health Professional (MHP) per the Michigan PIHP/CMHSP Provider Qualification per Medicaid Services Duties and Responsibilities: Screen for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Implement integrated strength based assessment interviews to assess the presence, onset, symptoms and patterns of substance use, behavioral and psychiatric disorders. Assess for acute needs and risk and provide/arrange for appropriate stage wise intervention. In the presence of two disorders, evaluation will be made of the interaction between the two, as well as the relationship of each to significant life events. Demonstrate the knowledge of diagnostic criteria for psychiatric and substance use disorders. Conducts initial assessments to determine appropriate level of care based on contract criteria. Analyzes clinical histories for diagnostic purposes, and develops preliminary individualized treatment plans and completes initial authorizations for individuals that include recommendations for appropriate community-based services. Obtains information when appropriate form a variety of sources to develop a clinical history. Records the treatment plan, progress and other significant information regarding the individuals for agency case records. Develop preliminary treatment plans for SA, MH and COD that are individualized and person-centered and reflect proper treatment matching. Specific goals, objectives and stage/phase specific treatment interventions are identified for each assessed need. If deferred, the reason for doing so is identified. Community resources and supports are prioritized as a strategy to assist individuals with meeting their needs. Easterseals MORC was awarded Metro Detroit and West Michigan 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For! *Sign-on bonus may be available based on role, experience, and eligibility requirements. Qualifications Skills Behaviors Preferred Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Team Player : Works well as a member of a group : Motivations Preferred Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization : Education Preferred Masters or better in Counseling. Masters or better in Social Work. Experience Licenses & Certifications Required Driver's License Preferred LMSW LPC Cert Adv Alc & Drug Couns