Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor
Henry Ford Health•Detroit, MI
About The Position
Provides mental health and substance use disorder care at Henry Ford Health’s Moross Campus, where 10 therapists are on staff. This contingent role is expected to involve 16–20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule and one day onsite. The counselor assesses patients, establishes treatment goals, provides individual and group therapy, and evaluates the progress and effectiveness of interventions. The role also involves maintaining confidential records, sharing information about community resources and therapeutic activities, and coordinating care with patients, families, physicians, and community providers from treatment initiation through discharge.
Requirements
- Master’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in counseling, social work, or psychology. The posting also lists an associate’s or technical degree or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience as an alternative.
- One or more of the following Michigan credentials, obtained before the hire or job transfer date: Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Counselor, Licensed Psychologist, or a therapist specializing in Marriage & Family.
Nice To Haves
- BLS Provider certification is preferred; American Heart Association certification is accepted.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals.
- Administer individual and group therapy.
- Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations.
- Evaluate progress and the effectiveness of therapy interventions.
- Provide patients with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.
- Work directly with patients, families, physicians, and community providers to support active, collaborative care from treatment initiation through discharge.
