Outpatient Therapist - Child & Adolescent Job Details Level Experienced Job Location Livonia Clinic - Livonia, MI Position Type Full Time Education Level Graduate Degree Job Shift Any Job Category Health Care *** $8,000.00 SIGNING BONUS ***   POSITION SUMMARY:  The Outpatient Therapist - Child & Adolescent provides direct clinical and therapeutic services to the children, youth, families, and adult clients of Starfish Family Services. The position is part of a team that supports one another and constantly works to inspire an employee culture that reflects Starfish Family Services mission of strengthening families to create brighter futures for children.    EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE: + Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, OR other related human services field required. + Current valid professional licensure/certification in the State of Michigan. + LLMSW + LMSW + LLPC + LPC + LLP + LLMFT + At least one year of experience in the assessment, diagnosing, and treatment of children and youth which may include intern, volunteer, and professional child and family services work is required. + At least one year experience with multiple major human service delivery systems (Department of Health and Human Services, public health, education, etc.) is preferred.     DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Provide individual, group and family treatment to assigned clients with mental health and co- occurring disorders (developmental disabilities and/or substance abuse) while maintaining a caseload and weekly productivity expectations as determined by supervisor. + Maintain clinical charts in an accurate and timely manner to include, but not limited to assessments, treatment plans, and all other Michigan Department of Community Health chart requirements. + Actively collaborate with other Starfish Family Services departments to ensure clients are receiving appropriate services based on their level of care. + Maintain cooperative working relationships with educational, legal, health, social welfare, and mental health systems. + Participate in professional development activities, including in-service training, peer review, external workshops, and seminars, etc. + Adhere to all Starfish Family Services policies and procedures as it relates to documentation, training requirements, Community Mental Health guidelines, and confidentiality.   COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES: + Comprehensive therapeutic skills including assessment of children and adults, providing clinical services to groups and/or individuals, assisting clients in identifying and utilizing strengths to build treatment plans, and knowledge of developmental stages, and impact of trauma on development. + Ability to work flexible hours consistent with program needs (i.e., some evenings or weekend work is required). + Ability to demonstrate compassion and sensitivity, and to respect the privacy and special needs of our clients. + Development and implementation of Individualized Plan of Service utilizing Person Centered Planning. + Knowledge of theory and practice of individual, group and family systems treatment. + Competence in the delivery of crisis intervention services, and in brief and time-limited therapy. + Adequate knowledge and experience with technology / Telehealth services is preferred.   LICENSING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  + Valid driver’s license and / or reliable transportation.    Starfish Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer  EOE/M/F/D/V