What are the responsibilities and job description for the Access Clinician II position at Muskegon County, MI?
- Note: May include a schedule of 10 am - 7 pm or 2 pm - 11 pm.
Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications
- Must possess a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major of Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling OR be eligible to graduate within 90 days of application and able to submit an official transcript upon appointment to position.
- Have two (2) years of experience in providing supports and/or services to persons with mental illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders; please note, internships count as work experience if they are documented in the Work Experience section of the employment application.
- Have or obtain a State of Michigan Limited or Full Masters Social Worker license, Limited or Full Marriage and Family Therapist License, Limited or Full Professional Counselor license, or Temporary or Limited Masters Psychologist license, or Full Psychologist License within 90 days of appointment.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Michigan Driver License within 30 days of employment.
- Must have reliable transportation that may have to be used to carry out job duties of this classification.
- Preferred but not Required
- Bilingual candidates highly desired.
- Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.
- Individuals in Recovery and individuals with experience in Armed Services valued.
NOTE: The recruitment for this position utilizes assessment(s) in order to match candidate foundational competencies, personality, and job fit to those required for the position.
Physical Conditions / Work Location
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
An employee in this class generally performs sedentary work requiring the occasional lifting of objects weighing thirty-five (35) pounds or less.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Access Clinician II generally works at the various HealthWest program locations; however, travel to locations within the County may be required.
Additional Information
EVALUATION CONTENT
Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.
APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE
Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.
