Behavioral Hlth Therapist

General Summary

Provides direct clinical services to patients, families, and significant others within the Emergency Department and Psychiatric Central Screening. Based upon clinical assessments and considering age‑specific, developmental, and cultural needs, makes recommendations to physicians regarding appropriate services and works collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, other SMMH staff, and community providers to facilitate the initiation of appropriate services. May also provide crisis intervention or short‑term, focused clinical treatment services.

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift: Day Shift

Education

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology

Licensure

Current Michigan CSW or LLP Licensure

Training and Experience

• One to two years progressively more independent work experience in a psychiatric or related setting.

• Clinical and analytical skills necessary to assess patient psychiatric needs, including evaluation of the degree of patient risk for dangerousness and making advanced clinical decisions with limited information in a short period of time.
• Knowledge of psychiatric diagnostic nosology and criteria.
• Verbal and written communication skills of high quality required for efficient and comprehensive clinical documentation.
• Basic familiarity with microcomputers.
• Able to function independently and exercise appropriate judgment in formulating dispositional plans for patients without direct input from supervisor.
• Able to interact effectively with a wide variety of SMMH staff, patients, and community providers.
• Able to perform evaluations and render services to individuals in unpredictable and emotion‑provoking situations.

• Competitive salaries and shift differentials.
• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement Saving Plan with employer contribution option, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 21 different states.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.