Intensive Crisis Stabilization Therapist, Oakland County

New Oakland Family Centers • Southfield, MI

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About The Position

The Intensive Crisis Stabilization (ICS) Therapist is a full-time role responsible for providing crisis intervention services to individuals in Oakland County. This position requires a combination of clinical expertise, rapid response capabilities, and effective communication skills to support individuals in crisis.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology.
• Active current clinical licensure (LLC, LLMSW, LLP acceptable; full licensure preferred; TLLP not eligible) in the State of Michigan and continued satisfactory standings with the appropriate board and insurance entities.
• Approved driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely response to crisis needs by beginning each shift within Oakland County and remaining within the county for the entire shift.
• Review pending dispatches 30 minutes prior to beginning of shift and be present at the designated Oakland County location at the start of the shift.
• Triage crisis calls and provide immediate assistance at hospitals and community locations.
• Perform telehealth and in-person health screenings and assessments, ensuring accurate documentation and timely submission of all required paperwork in compliance with the policies and procedures (P&P) manual.
• Assist in providing face-to-face Intensive Crisis Care services to children at the Youth and Family Care Connection location, as scheduled.
• Provide telehealth assistance for Oakland and Wayne County crisis screening calls, offering immediate support, assessment, and referrals to individuals in crisis.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members to gather information and determine appropriate interventions.
• Adapt to shifting priorities based on community, hospital, and county needs.
• Provide intensive crisis stabilization services by addressing clients' needs with professionalism, empathy, and care, using creativity and innovative approaches to help them achieve and exceed their personal goals.
• Appropriately manage and resolve crisis situations, including CPI-approved physical interventions, and pursuing eloping clients, all while maintaining professionalism and ensuring client safety.
• Maintain consistent communication with clinical and administrative staff.
• Complete Pre-Admission Reviews and Utilization Review tasks in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate and maintain stable, professional, and appropriate boundaries with clients at all times.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrate ability to accept constructive feedback, implement guidance, and show a willingness to grow and improve professionally.
• Stay current with professional training requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree