Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist - North Muskegon

Trinity Health•North Muskegon, MI

23d

About The Position

The Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist is a key clinical resource responsible for delivering evidence-based behavioral health services to patients in an ambulatory setting. This role provides individual, family, and group therapy, clinical assessments, care coordination, and referrals. The specialist works closely with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure compassionate, culturally responsive care.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited program in Clinical Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology.
Limited Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LLMSW) with clinical designation, or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP).
Minimum of 2 years in healthcare social work or counseling/psychotherapy.

Nice To Haves

Fully Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW) with clinical designation, or Fully Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP) with Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) certification.
2 years of experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct clinical services including psychotherapy, assessments, and care planning
Utilize evidence-based interventions tailored to individual and family needs
Coordinate care with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teams
Document clinical notes, assessments, and progress in the EMR with accuracy and timeliness
Assist patients and families in identifying and accessing community resources
Provide culturally competent and trauma-informed care
Engage in collaborative treatment planning and problem-solving
May provide bilingual services if applicable
Maintain compliance with all regulatory and ethical standards of clinical practice
Participate in professional development and quality improvement initiatives