Emergency Services Specialist – Limited License

Northpointe Behavioral Healthcare System

. Provide emergency services to individuals on a rotating basis, including evenings, weekends, and holidays .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $49,074 - $65,474 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing clinical care services, including psychosocial assessments, therapy, and case management for individuals with serious mental illness. Proficient in coordinating with healthcare professionals and adhering to regulatory requirements while advocating for clients' needs.

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Clinical Care ServicesPsychosocial AssessmentsTherapy CoordinationCase ManagementLicensure in Michigan

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Hard Skills

Bio-Psychosocial AssessmentsMedication Compliance MonitoringEmergency Psychiatric AssessmentsIndividual Safety PlansClinical Outcome MeasurementFinancial Assistance ApplicationsPsychological TestingDiagnosis and Care ManagementGroup and Family TherapyTriage

Soft Skills

AdvocacyCommunicationCollaborationEmpathyProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Social WorkLicensed Master’s Social WorkerLimited Licensed Master’s Social WorkerLicensed Professional CounselorTemporary Licensed Professional Counselor

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthCommunity Mental HealthRegulatory ComplianceAccreditation StandardsQMHPQIDPCMHPMDHHSNorthCare NetworkProbate Court

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide emergency services to individuals on a rotating basis, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Provide clinical care services to individuals with serious mental illness or emotional problems
Interview individuals to obtain clinical history for psychosocial assessments
Complete initial bio-psychosocial assessments
Assist with medication setup and “eyes on” medication compliance monitoring
Provide linkage, referral, and ongoing case management monitoring
Provide individual, group, and family therapy, psychosocial assessments, mental status exams, diagnosis, and care management
Provide or coordinate psychological, personality, and intelligence testing and integrate results into individual plans of service
Plan and administer therapeutic treatment and interventions
Consult with treatment teams and amend plans of service as recommended
Coordinate consultation, reporting, referrals, and services with agency staff, community organizations, and external healthcare professionals
Measure clinical outcomes and individual satisfaction
Perform clinical peer reviews of assessments resulting in denial of CMH services
Develop, implement, review, and update plans of service with individuals
Document contacts within 24 hours in individual records
Assist with financial assistance applications, including SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, GA, and MA
Conduct SSI level-of-care determinations and coordinate with the Social Security Administration
Conduct emergency psychiatric assessments and triage in person or by telephone
Develop individual safety plans and link individuals to services
Provide education to individuals, families, guardians, and staff
Maintain case files according to agency, regulatory, and accrediting requirements
Coordinate voluntary and involuntary hospitalizations and work with Probate Court
Advocate for individuals’ needs and rights
Comply with agency policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling
Licensure in the State of Michigan as a Limited Licensed Master’s Social Worker, Licensed Master’s Social Worker, Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist, Limited Licensed Psychologist, Temporary Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor
Must obtain full clinical licensure within 6 months of being eligible for such licensure
Must be at least 18 years old
Successfully attained a high school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Must meet the state qualifications to become a QMHP, QIDP, and CMHP
Follow training requirements established by licensing agencies, accreditation bodies, MDHHS, and NorthCare Network upon hire, annually, and as necessary