Mental Health Clinician - Homeless Outreach Program

Salary: $27.82 - $36.18 Hourly
Location : MI 49417, MI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 22730037
Department: Community Mental Health
Opening Date: 12/07/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CMH Hourly
Job Description
Who We Are:
Are you looking for a job that is meaningful and will make a positive difference in people's lives? Community Mental Health has openings for people like you. We offer a supportive and flexible environment working within dedicated teams with low staff turnover. Working for the CMH system offers the opportunity to develop highly desirable skills in the Mental Health field.
Other perks include free supervision for your licenses, paid licensing fees, a generous training budget and free CEU's for required trainings. In addition, Ottawa County offers paid time off and a zero premium insurance option.
CMH employees can also qualify for loan forgiveness programs as well as tuition reimbursement for those interested in continuing their higher education. Come join our team!
Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the Access Center Program Coordinator, performs screenings, eligibility assessments, coordinates care with community agencies, assists with referrals, and may provide short term crisis stabilization services as needed. Services are provided to adults, adolescents, and children who are homeless. Services are provided at local homeless shelters, community programs that serve the homeless population, the CMH office, and other locations, as necessary.
This is a full-time benefited position working primarily in the community and at the James Street Campus in Holland MI. Some travel to other county locations, as needed. This position will work Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with possible work in evening hours, as needed.
Essential Job Functions
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Provides screening assessments to individuals experiencing homelessness, including risk assessments, clinical assessments, diagnoses, and eligibility determinations.
2. Collaborates with community agencies and programs working with the homeless population.
3. Provides crisis stabilization and on-going brief therapy to address immediate problems or concerns within the homeless population.
4. Makes referrals to Community Mental Health services or other community services.
5. Provides consultation to other agencies regarding services and Mental Health issues of consumers.
6. Assists with case management as needed.
7. Ensures care coordination between multiple agencies for consumers.
8. Flexibility in the selection of appropriate intervention modalities for each consumer.
9. Provides phone screenings and walk-in coverage as needed.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Training and Experience
Master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related Mental Health field is required. Two years of relevant professional experience in a Mental Health agency preferred. Lived experiences with mental illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders are valued.
Licenses and Certifications:
Must possess or obtain State of Michigan licensure as a Licensed Master's Social Worker, Limited Licensed Master's Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist, Limited Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Limited Licensed Counselors, or Temporary Limited License Psychologist. Additional certification as a CADC, CAADC and CCS are preferred. Candidates who are close to obtaining the required licensing may be considered.
Additional Requirements and Information
Required Knowledge and Skills:

1. Thorough working knowledge of DSM 5.
2. Thorough working knowledge of structured assessment tools such as the LOCUS, C-SSRS, and CAFAS.
3. Thorough working knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code.
4. Thorough working knowledge of varied therapeutic interventions.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audio logical appliances, and devices to increase mobility.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office/clinical environment or in the community.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This position is benefited and is in the AFSCME bargaining unit.
Ottawa County offers a wide range of benefits to support you in your career. View the for more information.
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