ACT Team Leader (Licensed Mental Health Clinician - LMSW, LPC, or LLP)

Job Description

Job Description

ACT Program Team Leader – Therapist

Location: Southgate, Michigan
Schedule: M–Th 8:30 AM–7:00 PM | Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM | Sat 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Position Type : Direct Hire / Permanent
Compensation: $34.07–$45.17/hour

Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Team Leader for our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program . This role provides comprehensive therapeutic support to adults with serious mental illness and their families, ensuring adherence to ACT fidelity standards while fostering a collaborative and client-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psycho-social assessments, treatment planning, therapy, and community-based support.
• Provide advocacy and clinical guidance to adults with serious mental illness and their families.
• Collaborate with the ACT team and other community providers to ensure effective program operations.
• Assist in onboarding and training new ACT team members.
• Co-facilitate ACT team meetings.
• Provide crisis intervention, on-call crisis coverage, and clinical consultation to other staff as needed.
• Maintain required documentation and adhere to regulatory compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling – Required
• Michigan LMSW, LLP, or LPC licensure – Must be active and in good standing
• Minimum 2 years of experience treating adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders – Required
• Experience in a community mental health setting – Preferred
• Eligibility for Qualified Mental Health Professional designation at hire and Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist credential within 120 days of hire
• Possess or be actively pursuing CAADC credential or registered MCBAP Development Plan within six weeks of hire
• Exceptional clinical assessment, client engagement, and intervention skills
• Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage crisis situations effectively
• Nonjudgmental approach reflecting cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse client populations
• Must have a valid Chauffeur’s license and meet agency driving eligibility

Compensation & Benefits:

• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays