Access and Emergency Mental Health Clinician; LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, LLPC, LLP

Overview

Do you have a passion for empowering individuals receiving behavioral health services to improve their overall quality of life? Would you like to be a valuable member of a diversity driven, mission-minded team that impacts our community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work as a full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Access and Emergency Mental Health Clinician specializing in youth and families
.

Working as an Access and Emergency Mental Health Clinician
, you will be responsible for working both in the office and in community settings to provide assistance with various mental health-related needs, including crisis intervention, assessments, and referrals to ongoing services. This position focuses primarily on working with youth and families; however, it is cross-trained to provide assessments and crisis interventions with adults as well. This includes providing clinically appropriate crisis interventions to individuals in a mental health crisis, assisting community members with information about mental health resources, and completing same-day access assessments.

You will work as part of a team in a variety of roles for the Kalamazoo County community.

There are two schedule options available for this position – shift preference may be discussed during the interview process.

• Four Days Per Week – Days are to be determined with the team.
• 12 pm to 10 pm
• 8 am to 7 pm

Evening shifts include an additional shift premium per policy.

You will have a master’s degree in human services or related field and a minimum of one year experience working with adults that have a serious mental illness, substance use disorder or co-occurring condition. A valid Michigan Driver’s license and Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW/LMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC/LPC) or Limited License Psychologist (LLP) are required. CAADC and/or a development plan preferred.

Those with limited license will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development
.

We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan including a 6.2% retirement match and pension plan
. You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, 23 days of PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program
. Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise
.

Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment.

Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión. We look forward to meeting you!

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances and devices to increase mobility.

Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing. Requires light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot and ability to hear and communicate verbally.

In-office environment with noise from computers, copy machines, and telephones. Use of computer for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. May be exposed to blood borne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. May encounter community environments that include homes, schools, courts, and other community settings that may or may not be barrier-free. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area may be required.