Crisis Therapists

Job Title: Crisis Therapist

Location: Southgate, MI

Shift Type: Days

Shift Times: Monday to Thursday 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000

Full License: $54,171 to  $73,281/year

Limited License: $52,026 to $68,659.50/year

Overview:

Crisis Therapists provide essential mental health support for adults (18+) with serious mental illness and/or co-occurring substance use disorders. These professionals intervene during psychiatric emergencies, coordinate ongoing care, and help patients transition back into community-based services. This role is highly collaborative, integrating community outreach, clinical assessment, and intensive case management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct screenings and comprehensive assessments to identify service needs and preferences
• Deliver in-person and telehealth crisis intervention and safety planning
• Facilitate aftercare planning and transition support for recently discharged patients
• Coordinate with providers, hospitals, and the treatment team
• Participate in on-call telehealth coverage in collaboration with law enforcement partners
• Assist with transportation and linkages to services and entitlements
• Document all service interactions and maintain productivity standards
• Provide outreach to re-engage or initiate care with at-risk individuals

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology
• Licensure: Must hold or be eligible for State of Michigan licensure (LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, LLPC, LLP, etc.)
• Experience: Clinical experience with adults experiencing psychiatric emergencies preferred
• Other: Must be comfortable with field-based work and providing telehealth services

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (including New Years Eve/Day, MLK Day, Juneteenth, Thanksgiving + Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, etc.)
• Mileage reimbursement ($0.64/mile)
• Training costs covered by employer
• Annual 24-hour job-specific training required

This is an ideal opportunity for a licensed mental health professional passionate about crisis intervention, community outreach, and making a tangible difference in the lives of adults navigating mental health and substance use challenges.