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Highfields Inc

Outpatient Therapist

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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

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Job Description

The Outpatient Mental Health Therapist provides supportive assessment, treatment and resource development for individuals and families through the provision of services underwritten by insurance companies, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services counseling contracts, and/or community mental health authorities.
Essential Functions:
Engage with children, adults and families, assisting them to improve their functioning. Assess, provide a diagnosis, and devise practical intervention strategies. Provide clinical interventions in settings including, but not limited to, homes, community settings, or office. Provide services according to model expectation across multiple referral bases. Interact with clients in non-traditional settings and during non-traditional hours. Document services using an electronic medical record and/or other formats. Represent Highfields and the clients served through interacting with referral sources. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in counseling, social work, or directly related field. State licensure commensurate with required degree (Consideration given if currently in process of obtaining or ability to obtain.). One year or more experience in providing counseling services to children and families. Valid driver's license.
Benefits:
4 weeks paid time off (accrual begins on first day) 11 paid holidays and paid birthday and paid floating holiday Paid mileage Ability to work remotely License supervision Paid licensing practice exam, seminar, and final exam Paid training opportunities Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (after 30 days) Short term disability 401(k) Student Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer Work-Life balance