25-1872 Juvenile Justice Mental Health Therapist - Families Forward-$2,000 or $4,000 Sign On Bonus!

This position offers a $2,000 (1 year stay-on agreement) or 4,000 (2 year stay-on agreement) Sign On Bonus with the agency!  This bonus will be provided upon completion of a probationary period.

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Children’s Crisis Services and Outreach manager will provide Behavioral/Mental Health screening to youth in schools and in the community through the Mental Health Access/Juvenile Justice Diversion Project. This position will work with youth and families to identify needs and strengths through the MAYSI-2 screening tool. Will also do intakes for Families Forward when a youth meets criteria for CMHA-CEI services. Provide referrals to Families Forward and behavioral health other providers, education on CMHA services, connection to needed community resources. Support collection of data, participate in team data analyses, writing of quarterly reports and participate in state wide site meetings.

Requirements: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is required.  Possession of an appropriate State of Michigan credential is required. One year of post Master’s experience with minors with SED and families within the past 6 years.  Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both in writing and verbally is required.  Candidate must be able to work well with others.  Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and aces to reliable means of transportation for job related use is required. 

Conditional Employment Requirement: Offers will be contingent upon the results of a background verification & credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, verification of an acceptable driving record, educational background check & verification of an acceptable work history.  Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.

To Apply: Applicants must submit an employment application.  Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application.  CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Location: Families Forward, Ingham County Counseling Center, 5303 South Cedar St Lansing.

Salary/Hours:  $29.14 - $33.07 hourly.   30 hours variable schedule M-F with 4 hours past 5pm to offer families.