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Livingston County Community Mental Health
Intake Clinician I or II
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$37,824 / year median in Michigan
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Starting Compensation:
Clinician I- $58,282.61
- $66,699.89 Clinician II
- $60,860.50
- $69,978.
Regular Full-Time Employees:
Livingston County Community Mental Health Authority is excited to offer an Employee Signing Incentive to eligible new hires. Regular full-time employees will receive $2,000, less applicable taxes. More information on terms and conditions will be made available at the time an offer of employment is made.About Us:
Livingston County Community Mental Health is a public mental health services provider located in Howell, Michigan, between Detroit and Lansing. We are an agency joined by the shared vision to create a healthy and rewarding life in the community for everyone. Our team approach works together to serve individuals with a wide array of needs in order to create individualized pathways to wellness, resilience, recovery and self-determination. Working forUs:
(Regular Full-time Only) Join our team and enjoy a generous benefits package effective on Day 1, including a 5% employer retirement contribution and voluntary 457(b) salary deferment plan. We provide employer-paid 2X salary life insurance, long-term disability plus generous contributions to BCBS medical and Guardian dental. Find rewarding work supporting Livingston County residents alongside dedicated colleagues. Our comprehensive benefit plan also includes vision coverage, short-term disability, accident coverage, legal and identity theft programs, and voluntary life insurance. Take advantage of our Spring Health Mental Health Wellness program offering free counseling, life coaches, and self-care tools. Generous paid time off with vacation, sick, personal, 13 holidays (4 floating), and more choices through our Cafeteria Benefit plan. We prioritize your overall well-being through robust financial benefits, mental health support, and work-life balance offerings. Become part of our mission while enjoying a valuable total rewards package. All while enjoying rewarding work supporting Livingston County residents alongside dedicated colleagues. The Intake Clinican will look forward to : Meaningful, rewarding work with opportunities to develop your clinical skills through regular supervision. Join a supportive, diverse team allowing you to collaborate with experienced colleagues. Our positive environment values diversity and provides avenues to take on special projects aligning with your interests. Enjoy potential for career advancement plus an efficient, electronic health record system. Advance your skills through our comprehensive training program in evidence-based treatments like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Treatment, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Adult/Youth Mental Health First Aid, and many more. Stay at the forefront of therapeutic best practices to provide exceptional patient care. Our commitment to your ongoing professional development ensures you receive cutting-edge, specialized training.Role:
Be the First Point of Hope and Help Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our dedicated mental health team as an Intake Clinician, where you'll be the first connection for individuals and families seeking urgent, emergent, or ongoing support. Working under the guidance of the Mental Health Program Director and Program Coordinator, you'll be part of a collaborative team focused on helping individuals of all ages access the services they need- whether they're living with Severe Mental Illness (SMI), Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED), or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD).
What You'll Do:
Help clients navigate their first steps into care with compassion and clarity. Conduct assessments and coordinate access to the right level of support. Work side-by-side with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to mental wellness.Who You Are:
A skilled clinician with a heart for service. A clear communicator who can meet people where they are. Ready to be a steady, informed presence in moments of uncertainty. This is more than a job- it's a frontline role in community mental health care.