Permanent - Social Worker

Job Title: Permanent - Social Worker

Location: Southgate, MI
Pay Range: $50,018 $68,659 annually + Full Benefits
Shift: Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Weekend Requirements: TBD

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our Children's Outpatient Program in Southgate, MI. This full-time, direct-hire position is ideal for professionals passionate about providing high-quality mental health care to children and families. The role involves delivering therapy services, completing assessments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support treatment and advocacy efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct intake assessments, including Integrated Biopsychosocial evaluations and all required documentation (financial, demographic, etc.).

• Collect and integrate data from multiple sources, including the child, family, guardians, and referring professionals.

• Develop Person-Centered Treatment Plans collaboratively with clients and team members.

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions in-office, with at least monthly face-to-face sessions per client.

• Implement crisis planning and parent education, coaching, and training.

• Coordinate and refer families to community resources and external services.

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, school personnel, and other care providers.

• Advocate for children and families to promote self-sufficiency and well-being.

• Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and case consultations.

• Maintain timely and accurate clinical records in accordance with agency policies.

• Ensure licensure and certifications remain active and compliant.

• Provide at least 23 hours of billable service weekly and be available to work four hours per week after 5:00 PM.

• Complete 24 hours of annual training specific to child and adolescent care.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling Required

• Licensure (Michigan): Must hold or be eligible for one of the following:

  • LLMSW, LMSW

  • LLPC, LPC

  • TLLP, LLP

• Fully licensed clinicians (LMSW, LP, or LPC) are preferred. Licensure must remain active and free of disciplinary action.

• Must meet Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS) requirements for Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP) within 120 days of hire.

• Must pass MDHHS Central Registry and criminal background checks.

• Experience: Minimum 1 year providing mental health services to minors and their families Required

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records Preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and databases Required

Key Competencies:

• Strong cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Flexibility, patience, and the ability to build therapeutic alliances

• Team-oriented with a collaborative, supportive approach

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401K with employer contribution

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays:

  • New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day

  • Good Friday (Half Day)

  • Memorial Day

  • Juneteenth

  • Independence Day

  • Labor Day

  • Thanksgiving & Black Friday

  • Christmas Eve and Christmas Day