Behavorial Health Therapist

Northwest Michigan Health Services•Benzonia Township, MI

15h

About The Position

As part of NMHSI’s patient-centered health model (PCMH), the Behavioral Health Therapist provides traditional counseling and integrated behavioral health services to patients of all ages. This licensed clinician works closely within a team-based model to support patients’ emotional, psychological, and physical well-being through coordinated, high-quality care. View full job description for more details.

Requirements

Must have limited or full licensure, in the field of practice, in the state of Michigan, including credentials such as Master of Social Work, Licensed Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist.
Experience working in Mental Health and Healthcare is preferred
Capable of working within complex systems that bridge behavioral and physical health in patient treatment.
Willingness to learn and apply generalist approach to service delivery
Ability to work effectively within teams and independently complete assigned tasks.
Proficiency in computer skills and experience working within electronic record systems.
Critical thinking, effective communication, and multi-tasking skills are highly beneficial for this role.

Nice To Haves

Experience in individual, group, and family therapy settings
Experience providing mental health services in a community-based setting preferred
Knowledge of behavioral health integration within a primary care environment is a plus
Strong teamwork, communication, and crisis intervention skills
Ability to provide assessment along with development of treatment plans and assessing client progress
Experience in SUD treatment preferred
Experience in Evidence Based Practice
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required
Additional desirable qualities include cultural competence, crisis intervention skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. These qualifications ensure that therapists are well-equipped to provide effective mental health support and foster positive client outcomes.

Responsibilities

Conduct behavioral health screenings and assessments for adults, adolescents, and children
Provide diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotherapy using a variety of modalities
Offer short-term behavioral interventions, crisis management, and care coordination
Collaborate with medical providers to address behavioral health needs in primary care
Provide school-based behavioral health support in coordination with school administrators, teachers, and the school-based health center team
Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences, quality improvement efforts, and population health projects
Maintain updated community resource connections and make appropriate referrals
Complete timely documentation, assessments, and billing requirements within the EHR
Provide consultation, training, and support to primary care and dental staff on behavioral health topics