Behavioral Health Specialist
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
Clinton Township
Nonprofit • Mission-Driven • Interdisciplinary Team
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
PACE Southeast Michigan is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping aging adults live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own homes. As a Behavioral Health Specialist, you’ll provide meaningful, participant-centered behavioral health care - not chase productivity quotas. This is clinical work with purpose, stability, and a team that genuinely has your back - “You are never on an island.”
Work Environment & Team Culture
- Highly collaborative Behavioral Health team across all centers.
- Supportive, compassionate, and empathetic culture.
- Flexible structure - 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.
What You’ll Do
As a key member of our Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), you will:
Clinical Care:
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, provide individual and group psychotherapy, and offer crisis intervention and urgent consultations.
- Deliver substance use disorder treatment and support participants during psychiatric hospitalizations.
- Follow through on interventions and treatment plans to ensure continuity of care.
- Educate participants and caregivers on behavioral health and psychosocial concerns.
Collaboration & Consultation:
- Serve as a liaison between Primary Care and Psychiatry.
- Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to refine diagnostic impressions and inform treatment plans.
- Provide behavioral health consultation, case reviews, and in-service training to colleagues.
Documentation & Quality:
- Complete timely, accurate EHR documentation.
- Ensure accessibility, safety, and quality in behavioral health services.
- Contribute to improvements in clinical guidelines and organizational practices.
Professional Contribution:
- Participate in committees, workgroups, staff development, and clinical training.
- Support broader organizational initiatives as assigned.
What We Offer
As a nonprofit, we prioritize quality care and work-life balance:
- One remote workday per week
- No evenings or weekends
- Mission-driven work focused on quality, not quotas
- Strong interdisciplinary support
- Reasonable caseloads
- Cohesive, collaborative teams with strong leadership
- Professional development + opportunities for growth
- Comprehensive benefits package: health insurance, dental, vision, 401 (k) matching, paid time off, paid holidays
- Stable salary starting at $59,700
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
What You Bring
- Master’s in Social Work (required)
- LMSW or LLMSW (limited license candidates welcome)
- Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic skills
- Commitment to collaborative, compassionate, person-centered care
- Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment