CNS Healthcare·Eastpointe, Michigan
The specialist provides intensive mental health services, assessments, and person-centered treatment plans for children and families in community-based settings. They are responsible for monitoring client progress, conducting crisis interventions, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation to meet program standards.
As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, CNS Healthcare's mission is to serve the people of our communities. The Infant Mental Health Specialist is part of a team that serves those who are pregnant and their children through age 6 who are at risk for the development of emotional disturbance due to risk factors associated with socioeconomic status, education, intelligence, and illness in the parent or child. They provide intensive services to families, parents, and children who have multiple services needs and access to an array of mental health services and supports.
As a community-based role, this position will render at least 80% of services in the beneficiary's home or other agreed-upon community-based location.
The starting pay for this position is $57,600 - $74,000 for limited licensed candidates, and $61,850 - $80,150 annual salary for fully licensed candidates and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
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Please see below for a summary of job responsibilities and qualifications!
Provide thorough and complete assessment, at intake and annually, to assess the client’s history and identify treatment needs.
Responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and recording client progress with respect to treatment goals. Modify person-centered plans according to change in client status.
Makes contact with assigned clients in the community at least twice weekly, or in accordance with IPOS, to ensure level of care is adequate to the needs of the client.
Develops a person-centered plan with each assigned client to identify needs and interventions to meet those needs and reviews plan at stated levels.
Provides treatment modalities to clients and families as indicated in the treatment plan to provide therapeutic interventions.
Provides basic coordination of services for each assigned client as needed or required by the treatment plan to coordinate treatment services.
Will complete the appropriate assessment and functional tools as required within IMH (ASQ, DECA, PECFAS, DC 0-3, etc.).
Provide crisis intervention when needed. Completion of lethality assessment as indicated.
Provide accurate and timely documentation of treatment provided to assigned clients and their families to assure a quality record, per the Agency’s policy and procedures.
Required to meet productivity standards for program and maintain a utilization review score of 85% or higher.
Maintain and updates clinical knowledge by readings, in-service training in designated areas and other activities in consultation with clinical supervisor. Complete at least 24 hours of in-service training to maintain CMHP credentials.
Writes clear, concise reports and the ability to formulate and implement an effective treatment plan.
Provide transportation as needed.
Perform other work duties and responsibilities as assigned.
CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in Southeastern Michigan. CNS employs approximately 400 employees, paraprofessionals, and support staff, delivering services to more than 7,000 people annually.
CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations, and uses a patient-centered approach to identify, support, and promote the overall health of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
Visit our website to learn more about our mission, vision, and values! [https://www.cnshealthcare.org/mission/]
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess a valid Michigan professional license such as LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, LLMFT, LMFT, or LLP. Additionally, at least two years of clinical experience in psychotherapy and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation are required.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Michigan often draw steady interest because employers need independently licensed clinicians who can provide consistent weekly availability. For this LMSW role, competition may center on licensure status, schedule flexibility, and readiness to meet a 25-session, 30-hour weekly commitment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting, then confirm your Michigan licensure and availability before applying.