Outpatient Therapist - Adult I/DD (25-118) at Network180

Network180 employees make a difference in people’s lives every day, making our community a better place to live. We are the behavioral health community organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others.

We are seeking an Outpatient Therapist – Adult I/DD to provide evidence-based therapy to adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities who are receiving Network180 services.  The Outpatient Therapist will provide support to psychiatric services clinic through clinical evaluations, referral services, coordination of care, discharge planning, chart prep and insurance authorization. All activities will take place either face-to-face, video meeting, or by phone.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology, Counseling or Counseling Psychology
• Certification or Licensure in state of Michigan as licensed Master Social Worker, Professional Counselor or Psychologist
• Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) or eligible based one year experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
• Demonstrated successful experience in using DSM V diagnostic skills
• Demonstrated successful experience showing an understanding of the interaction between intellectual and cognitive disabilities and behavioral health conditions
• Experience in intake, case management, service coordination, clinical service provision direct support and/or advocacy roles
  • Experience in evidence-based practices of care, including self-determination, motivational interviewing, Gentle Teaching, Trauma Informed Care, CBT and/or DBT
• Thorough working knowledge of the practices and principles of psychological, emotional, and sociological assessment 
• Thorough working knowledge of professional ethics and standards of practice
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, database management, and data entry skills
• Demonstrated experience communicating clearly and concisely in stressful situations
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and skills and capabilities of bridging language/cultural barriers to Network180 services within diverse communities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued
• Full Licensure in the State of Michigan as a licensed bachelor’s social worker

Working knowledge of the Medicaid Autism Benefit

Job interviews are being conducted in person or via the internet. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  For a detailed job description and responsibilities please review the job description.  Network180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Network180 participates in E-Verify. 

Network180 is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which includes the prohibition of medical and recreational marijuana use. Successful completion of a drug screen is part of our background check process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at 616 336-3909 or [email protected]. 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.