Treatment Services Clinician I

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is a progressive place to work, where innovation and ambition are rewarded. We understand the many challenges facing today's professionals and families so we offer competitive wages and salaries, and a full benefits package with which you'd be quite impressed!

 

For full-time employees our benefits information can be found here.

General Summary

Performs therapeutic counseling for youth residing at Children's Village. Acts as a team member with other professional staff by providing input and planning treatment services. Conducts individual, group and family therapy sessions for youth and parents in conjunction with treatment plans. Conducts psychological testing as needed. Interprets psychometric and/or projective tests for youth and parents. Testifies in court regarding treatment provided and offers recommendations. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Required Minimum Qualifications

At the time of application, all applicants must:

Have a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.NOTE: Applicants possessing transcripts from a college or university outside of the United States will be required to provide documentation of degree equivalency from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://naces.org/members.html). The degree evaluation will be required for application processing.

Have had one (1) year of full-time casework and/or treatment experience involving the development and delivery of juvenile treatment services.

From the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs: Possess a Temporary Limited License as a Psychologist, OR a limited license as a Masters level Social Worker with a Clinical Specialty or Macro Specialty designation OR a limited license as a Professional Counselor.

Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.

Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.

Successfully complete the six-month probationary period.

Special Requirements

Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.

Must maintain a temporary limited license as a Psychologist, or limited license as a Social Worker, or Professional Counselor from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

Must submit to immunizations as requested by the Department of Health & Human Services and to periodic tuberculin skin tests or chest X-rays at County expense.

Before beginning employment, candidates will be required to provide Children’s Village with documentation from the Michigan Department of Human Services that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect. In addition, applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Children’s Village to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.

Applicants for positions at Children’s Village will not be considered if they have been convicted of either of the following:

Child Abuse or Neglect.

A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.

Pay Range

USD $66,849.00 - USD $89,566.00 /Yr.

EEO and Inclusion Statements

EEO Statement

 

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

 

Inclusion Statement

 

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.

Salary : $66,849 - $89,566