SCCMHA JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT  

CLASSIFICATION:  Stabilization Therapist 3rd Shift (10:30pm - 7:30am)

PROGRAM LOCATION: MRSS 

PAY GRADE: $59,852.56 - $74,613.14( $2.50 shift premium, $3.25 Fri-Sun, $5.50 Holiday) 

$6,000 Recruitment Bonus for Clinical Master level new hires!! ($2,000 paid at start, $2,000 paid after 3 months, and $2,000 paid after successful probation period.)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  

Under the general supervision of Mental Health Supervisor and Site Program Supervisor (Mobile Response and Stabilization Services, MRSS), provides clinical services as a member of a mobile, community-based crisis intervention team to residents of Saginaw County. Serves all target populations including adults with mental illness, youth with emotional disturbance, individuals with developmental disabilities, and individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders. In addition, provides crisis intervention services within community settings such as schools, adult and youth foster care homes, private residences, and others, with the purpose of assisting those experiencing a mental health crisis and/or who may need assistance accessing ongoing mental health services. Provides (via telehealth or in-person contact) urgent screening, short-term clinical intervention, crisis stabilization, and safety/support planning with the goal of diverting hospitalization or legal involvement when appropriate. Works as a member of a multi-departmental group with SCCMHA Crisis Intervention Services, Central Access and Intake and Care Management with shared performance goals related to access, consumer satisfaction, and risk management. Collaborates with adult and youth mental health service providers to ensure consumers may access the most appropriate level of care in an outpatient setting. Provides consultation to law enforcement and co-responds to crises as appropriate. Available for assignment to the schedule seven (7) days per week, overnight (from 10:30 PM-7:30 AM), including holidays. This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support culturally competent recovery-based practices; person-centered planning as a shared decision-making process with the individual, who defines his/her life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path toward those goals; and a trauma-informed culture of safety to aid consumer in the recovery process.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

Education: 

Master's degree in a mental health related field from an accredited school.

Valid Michigan Driver’s license with a good driving record.

A limited licensed master’s social worker (LLMSW), licensed master’s social worker (LMSW), limited licensed professional counselor (LLPC), licensed professional counselor (LPC), limited licensed marriage and family therapist (LLMFT), licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), limited licensed psychologist (LLP) and licensed psychologist (LP).

A minimum of one (1) year of experience in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of minors and their families including dealing with individuals in crisis situations. Professional clinical experience working with adults and children with serious mental health disorders. Experience completing a thorough assessment including an assessment of risk to self and others. Experience developing short-term stabilization or safety plans when warranted

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team and with community partners.

Ability to create therapeutic alliance and collaborative relationships with individuals from all social, economic, and cultural backgrounds.

Ability to contribute to a LBGTQIA -affirming environment.

Ability to work well with individuals of different racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Ability to facilitate communication between individuals with differing views.

Ability to exercise clinical judgment independently and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Knowledge of mental health programs for youth, adults, and families in Saginaw County.

Knowledge of Michigan mental health code as well as mandating reporting requirements and other licensing requirements as stipulated by LARA.

Ability to apply clinical theory as it relates to psychology, psychopathology, child development, related psychotherapeutic methods, systems theory, and chronic mental illness.

Ability to engage in crisis de-escalation techniques and solution-focused brief therapeutic interventions.

Excellent communications skills with respect to listening, oral, written, and public speaking.

Ability to handle individuals who may be distributive or potentially violent.

Ability to embrace and practice the concepts associated with recovery.

Ability to engage with consumers and the public in welcoming and engaging manner.

Ability to practice from a philosophy that all persons should receive services in the least restrictive setting.

Ability to plan, organize, and complete work in a timely fashion.

Ability to be flexible and creative in plan development.

Ability to accept and implement constructive supervision.

The following benefits are offered to full-time SCCMHA employees:

Generous salaries include graduated step increases at 6 months and then annually

4% guaranteed Salary increase for 2023 and 2024

401K Employer contribution up to 9%

144 hours of earned paid time off for a first-year employee, along with 2 hours per month paid Wellness hours

13 paid holidays

Public Service Loan Forgiveness participation to address educational debt

Tuition reimbursement available for qualifying education up to $5,000 per year

EXCELLENT Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurance for self and family with 3 different options to choose from including affordable Dental coverage option, and Vision insurance at NO CHARGE

$50,000 Life Insurance at NO CHARGE

Additional Insurances: Accident Illness, Critical Illness, Life/AD&D, Long-term disability, Short-Term disability, and optional Life

Flexible spending account, dependent care assistant plans, 457 and Roth IRA all available

Virtual Employee Assistant (EAP) services at no cost for employee and family

PAID professional licensing reimbursements

No cost Evidence Based Practices Training and related supervision for certification provided

The above is only a summary. For complete listing of all job responsibilities see the Job Description. 

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

A person with a disability or handicap requiring accommodation for completing the application process should notify the Human Resource Office at (989) 797-3472 as soon as possible.

Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of SCCMHA to afford equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital or familial status, height, weight, disability, genetics or handicap. Michigan law requires that a person with a disability or handicap requiring accommodation for employment must notify the employer in writing within 182 days after the need is known.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 states that employers must require all persons hired to submit documents to the employer showing their identity and their right to be lawfully employed in the United States. It also requires that the employee complete and sign a government form to this effect.

If you are offered a position by SCCMHA, you will need to furnish documents for inspection that verify your identity and indicate that you are legally permitted to work in the United States. Documents that are acceptable include your driver’s license, or state issued I.D., and your Social Security card or birth certificate.

These documents must be provided within three (3) working days of employment. If the original documents are not available, you must submit proof that you have applied for the required documents.

I certify that the facts set forth in my Application of Employment, in my resume and in the other materials I have submitted are true and complete. I understand that any false, misleading or incomplete information may result in disqualification from employment with SCCMHA or in dismissal from employment if an offer of employment has been made and accepted.

I hereby authorize SCCMHA to contact all my former and current employers, educational institutions, relevant Office of Recipient Rights, and the other references I have provided regarding me and my performance record and work, academic and/or military experience.

I hereby authorize my current and former employers, and the Office of Recipient Rights, to disclose to SCCMHA all requested information, including but not limited to, any information concerning any unprofessional conduct by me, and to make available to SCCMHA copies of all documents maintained in my personnel or other records, including but not limited to, documents relating to any unprofessional conduct by me.

I also hereby release SCCMHA and its employees and agents, and all of my former and current employers, educational institutions, Office of Recipient Rights, and the other references I have provided, from any and all liability and damages for releasing in good faith, or using, information concerning me and my performance record and work, academics and/or military experience. I also hereby waive any right under the Bullard-Plawecki Right to Know Act, 1978 PA 397, to receive written notice from SCCMHA and my former or current employer, or the Office of Recipient Rights, that disciplinary reports, letters of reprimand, or other disciplinary action taken against me while employed, will be or have been disclosed to a third person or entity.

I also understand that SCCMHA may conduct or have conducted by an individual or entity of its choice, a Driver’s License Report and a criminal background history through the State of Michigan; a Health Professions License check (if applicable) through the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, and a Excluded Parties List System check (if applicable) through the Federal government search on me. I hereby consent to this search being conducted and to the disclosure of the results of that search by the individual or entity conducting the search to SCCMHA. I further hereby release the individual or entity conducting the search, SCCMHA, and its employees and agents, from any liability, claims and damages, including but not limited to, claims for releasing or using any information revealed as a result of this search. I also understand and acknowledge that criminal convictions may result in disqualification from employment with SCCMHA or in dismissal from employment if any offer of employment has been made and accepted.

I hereby consent to having a physical examination and/or test(s) conducted by a physician or other professional of SCCMHA’s choice, and understand that any offer of employment is conditioned upon the results of this examination (s) and/or test (s). I further agree to submit to a pre-employment drug screen, and I understand that the present use of illegal drugs and/or substances will disqualify me from employment with SCCMHA.