Therapist – Multi-Systemic Therapy
Agency Name: Berrien Mental Health Authority d/b/a Riverwood Center
Agency Contact: Jackie Yearous
- Position Type: Full Time
- Job Type: Permanent
- County: Berrien
- Salary Range: $44,001 - $59,531 per Year
- Send applications to: riverwoodcenter.org/employment
- Please include your resume when applying.
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POSITION SUMMARY
Provides multi-systemic therapy services to juvenile offenders with a history of severe mental illness, violent behavior and/or substance abuse who are at risk of out-of-home placement. Services are provided to the child and their family. Prepares comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, treatment plans and periodic reviews. Completes brief assessment, crisis intervention and pre-screens as needed. Provides transportation to consumers as deemed appropriate.
EDUCATION
Master’s Degree in an appropriate mental health discipline.
EXPERIENCE
One to two years’ experience providing treatment to children/adolescents with serious mental illness and/or antisocial behaviors. Excellent computer and interpersonal skills, punctuality, ability to organize and manage several projects/tasks simultaneously, and work independently.
LICENSURE
Licensed by the Michigan Department of Commerce or Professional Regulation as a LLMSW, LMSW, TLLP, LLP, LLPC or LPC. Must meet the requirements for Child Mental Health Professional and must become fully licensed within 30 months of date of hire. Must have reliable means of transportation for home visits and maintain safe driving permit.