At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

As a Behavioral Psychotherapist, you will play a vital role in our interdisciplinary mental health team, delivering evidence-based, compassionate care to individuals and families navigating mental illness and substance use disorders. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives through a comprehensive range of therapeutic interventions and crisis support services.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Conduct thorough diagnostic assessments and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for clients presenting with mental health and substance use disorders, collaborating closely with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care
• Deliver a diverse range of psychotherapeutic interventions tailored to client needs, including individual psychotherapy sessions, conjoint (couples) therapy, group therapy programs, and family-centered interventions designed to promote healing and strengthen relationships
• Provide immediate and compassionate crisis intervention services to clients in acute distress, utilizing clinical expertise to de-escalate situations, ensure safety, and connect individuals with appropriate resources and support systems
• Maintain the highest standards of clinical care by consistently implementing evidence-based practices that are safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable, while remaining responsive to the diverse needs and cultural backgrounds of the populations served
• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and timely clinical documentation that reflects the quality and progress of therapeutic work, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards
• Participate actively in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision to enhance clinical skills, share insights, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and professional development

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Master's (or Doctoral) degree in clinical or counseling psychology with one year supervised post masters experience; OR Master's degree in Social Work with two years post Master's experience in mental health/chemical dependency setting.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Licensed Psychologist; OR Limited Licensed Psychologist; OR Licensed Master's in Social Work.

Work Schedule & Clinical Expectations

Clinical Hours

• The clinic is open 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday.
• Patient appointments may be scheduled after 5:00 p.m., up to 7:00 p.m.
• Providers are expected to offer 4 non-traditional clinical hours per week, defined as patient availability after 5:00 p.m.

Patient Availability

• Offer a minimum of 35 patient appointment slots per week.

In-Person & Hybrid Work

• Provide at least one in-person clinical day per week, with a minimum of 6 hours of in-person patient care on that day.
• Remaining clinical days may follow a hybrid schedule, with flexibility to provide care either in person or virtually.

Meetings

• Attend required department meetings virtually.

Administrative Time

• 4 hours of administrative time per week are provided for documentation, care coordination, and other administrative responsibilities.