Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist Muskegon at Trinity Health

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Serves as a professional behavioral health provider embedded in primary care and speciality settings. Is responsible for providing behavioral health services to assist patient and their support systems in managing mental health conditions and related psychosocial problems more effectively. Services include assessment screening treatment planning crisis intervention provision of short-term brief therapy referral consultation behavioral care management and advocacy. Collaborates with other members of the health care team or community-based services as needed to improve client access and provide continuous comprehensive and affordable health care. Practices following the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers or appropriate licensing board.Job Title: Ambulatory Behavioral Health SpecialistLocation: MuskegonEmployment Type: Full-TimeShift: Day ShiftWhy Trinity HealthDay 1 benefits comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage403(b) with employer matchGenerous paid time offCareer growth and advancement opportunitiesSupportive mission-driven environmentTrinity Health offers DailyPay for eligible colleaguesPosition Summary:The Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist is a key clinical resource responsible for delivering evidence-based behavioral health services to patients in an ambulatory setting. This role provides individual family and group therapy clinical assessments care coordination and referrals. The specialist works closely with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure compassionate culturally responsive care.Key Responsibilities:Deliver direct clinical services including psychotherapy assessments and care planningUtilize evidence-based interventions tailored to individual and family needsCoordinate care with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teamsDocument clinical notes assessments and progress in the EMR with accuracy and timelinessAssist patients and families in identifying and accessing community resourcesProvide culturally competent and trauma-informed careEngage in collaborative treatment planning and problem-solvingMay provide bilingual services if applicableMaintain compliance with all regulatory and ethical standards of clinical practiceParticipate in professional development and quality improvement initiativesQualificationsEducationRequired: Masters degree from an accredited program in Clinical Social Work Counseling or Psychology.LicensureRequired:Limited Licensed Masters Social Worker (LLMSW) with clinical designation orLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC) orLimited Licensed Psychologist (LLP).Preferred:Fully Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) with clinical designation orFully Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) orLimited Licensed Psychologist (LLP) with Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) certification.ExperienceRequired: Minimum of 2 years in healthcare social work or counseling/psychotherapy.Preferred: 2 years of experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.Make a meaningful impact on your community while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.Apply today to join a mission-focused team committed to behavioral health excellence.Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Accounts Handling,Access,Commissioning,Biotechnology,Civil Engineering,Health And Safety Management Experience: years Vacancy: 1