Clinical Therapist

Job Title: Clinical Therapist

Department: Outpatient/ Partial Hospital

New Oakland Family Centers offers top-tier psychiatric care, therapeutic counseling, and educational services to individuals and families. We are committed to providing consistent, compassionate support, responding to each person's needs, and treating everyone with the highest level of respect through active engagement in our communities.

Position Details:

Location: Okemos

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm or another full-time equivalent as determined by Director or Supervisor

Reports to: Clinical Director / Associate Clinical Director / Clinical Supervisor

Compensation: Salaried employee; $60,000 - $80,000/ Year based on license type and productivity. Commensurate with experience. Productivity bonuses awarded twice per year (every six months) to eligible staff.

The Clinical Therapist, Hybrid Outpatient and Partial Hospital role, is a full-time position providing therapeutic services across both the Outpatient Program and the FACE to FACE Partial Hospital Program. The therapist delivers individual, family, and group therapy, conducts admission assessments, and supports treatment planning in both routine and acute care settings. Additional responsibilities include accurate EMR documentation, care coordination, and discharge planning. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the therapist promotes stabilization, recovery, and overall well-being through evidence-based interventions delivered with professionalism and ethical integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct telehealth and in-person screenings, assessments, and intakes, ensuring accurate documentation and timely submission of all required paperwork in alignment with agency policies and procedures.
• Deliver compassionate, person-centered therapeutic services including individual, family, and group therapy in accordance with professional standards and program expectations.
• Support daily group facilitation within the tiered PHP model and collaborate closely with Group Facilitators.
• Develop and complete treatment plans and clinical case notes promptly, using a person-centered and clinically sound approach.
• Complete discharge planning and coordinate care to promote continuity of services and seamless transitions.
• Maintain full-time billing expectations by meeting required weekly service activity logs (SALs).
• Manage crisis situations appropriately, including the use of CPI-approved interventions, CPR if necessary, and pursuit of eloping clients, while ensuring safety and professionalism.
• Maintain consistent communication with clinical and administrative staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Uphold professional boundaries at all times and provide services with empathy, respect, and integrity.
• Participate in team meetings and demonstrate adaptability, a commitment to learning, and openness to constructive feedback.
• Meet eligibility requirements and complete the Michigan licensing exam for full licensure within required timelines, if applicable, and maintain compliance with ongoing training requirements.
• Complete Utilization Review tasks, including obtaining authorizations for services.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall clinic operations.

Working Conditions

• Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance in alignment with the Employee Handbook and be prepared for active engagement with consumers.
• This role requires extended periods of remaining in a stationary position during HIPAA-compliant telehealth and in-person sessions and requires the ability to perform physical activities such as bending and reaching. Reasonable accommodations can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions as needed.
• The position involves prolonged active listening and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in using computers, phones, and office equipment for documentation and telehealth purposes is necessary. This includes but is not limited to Office 365 and Electronic Medical Record systems.
• The role may require moving within the office or traveling between locations to fulfill job responsibilities. Reasonable accommodation will be considered based on individual needs.

Desired Skills

• Strong multitasking, self-motivational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively engage diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults.
• Skilled in building rapport with consumers, ensuring trust and a strong therapeutic alliance.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology.
• Active current clinical licensure (LLC, LLMSW, LLP acceptable; full licensure preferred; TLLP not eligible) in the State of Michigan and continued satisfactory standings with the appropriate board and insurance entities.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development