Job Title:
Behavorial Health Therapist
Company: Northwest Michigan Health Services Inc
Location: Benzonia, MI
Created: 2026-04-15
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Are you searching for a meaningful career with competitive pay and exceptional benefits? If so, Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. is the place for you! For more than 50 years, NMHSI-a nonprofit community health center-has been committed to improving the health and wellness of communities across Northwest Michigan. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Therapist to join our integrated care team. This will be a split role, working in both our Manistee and Benzonia Clinics. About the Role As part of NMHSI's patient-centered health model (PCMH), the Behavioral Health Therapist provides traditional counseling and integrated behavioral health services to patients of all ages. This licensed clinician works closely within a team-based model to support patients' emotional, psychological, and physical well-being through coordinated, high-quality care. View full job description for more details. Key Responsibilities * Conduct behavioral health screenings and assessments for adults, adolescents, and children * Provide diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotherapy using a variety of modalities * Offer short-term behavioral interventions, crisis management, and care coordination * Collaborate with medical providers to address behavioral health needs in primary care * Maintain updated community resource connections and make appropriate referrals * Complete timely documentation, assessments, and billing requirements within the EHR * Provide consultation, training, and support to primary care and dental staff on behavioral health topics Qualifications * Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan * Licensure supervision provided: LLMSW or LLPC considered; CAADC preferred but not required * Experience providing behavioral health services in a community-based setting preferred * Strong teamwork, communication, and crisis intervention skills * Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team * Commitment to confidentiality and cultural sensitivity Why Join NMHSI? As a team member with NMHSI, you become eligible for an outstanding benefits package 30 days after employment, including: * A rewarding and meaningful practice setting * Supportive, team-based work culture * Competitive compensation * Paid time off and paid holidays * Retirement plan with company contribution * Continuing education support (time & funding) * Company-paid license renewal and Licensure supervision provided * Potential for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Join Our Mission-Driven Team If you are dedicated to improving behavioral health access and want to make a meaningful impact in your community, we encourage you to apply. Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.