Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Michigan
Behavioral Health Manager jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with hiring concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, and substance use treatment organizations at levels from entry-level clinical supervisor through senior director. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the most active metros, where established employers such as Henry Ford Health, Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, and Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton Dundee and Eaton regularly post openings. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan include crisis services management, substance use disorder program oversight, and integrated care coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Provides the clinical and operational oversight of Behavioral Health Urgent Care services grant to assist patient and their support systems throughout the treatment process. This position is responsible for coordination of the services which includes clinical workflow development, training and education to colleagues, collaboration with both internal and external teams, and data collection and reporting. This position does have a service component.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
2. Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, colleagues, and visitors to Trinity Health. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
3. Behaves in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values and policies of Trinity Health.
4. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.
5. Assists with the develops workflow, policies, and procedures to optimize telehealth services, ensuring efficiency and effective service delivery.
6. Develops training for staff to provide high-quality service delivery between internal and external resources.
7. Works closely with both internal programs/services and external organizations to coordinate patient care, ensuring seamless integration of services.
8. Ensures accurate data collection and reporting in compliance with the grant requirements. Prepares necessary information to assist with the submission of reports.
9. Completes clinical assessments and treatment, when required, to help support the Urgent Care team.
10. Selects and completes appropriate therapeutic interventions based upon clinical knowledge base, critical thinking, and educational background to formulate an appropriate behavioral care plan in conjunction with the Urgent Care team. Develops goals and interventions in accordance with evidence-based practice and patient agreement.
11. Provides short-term psychotherapy and/or counseling for individuals, families, as needed.
12. Supports a recovery-focused environment and patient-centered treatment approach.
13. Provides patients with self-management skills and educational information so they can be full participants in their own treatment and recovery.
14. Work with the Community Health Navigators, Peer Recovery Coaches/Peer Support Specialists to ensure steady referral stream and coordination of services.
15. Assures complete, accurate, and timely documentation of clinical information in the EHR, incorporating current documentation and billing guidelines and requirements.
16. Assures the consistent delivery of appropriate evidence-based services to achieve measurable improvements in quality of care.
17. Provides behavioral health education and utilizes community resource opportunities for the individual and/or family.
18. Monitors and coordinates the delivery of health services including linking with other treatment providers and community services as appropriate.
19. Maintains a process for systematic follow-up by determining the effectiveness of the treatment plan with documentation of patient care outcomes.
20. Provides timely feedback to the Urgent Care team and other treatment team members regarding patients' care, treatment recommendations, and progress through verbal communication, EHR documentation, systematic comprehensive case review, record review, and informal discussions.
21. Engages in regular communication to jointly assess, prioritize, and respond to patients' care needs.
22. Provides consultation and training to Trinity Health Ann Arbor/Livingston providers and staff.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Education: Master’s degree in counseling, Psychology, or Social Work
Experience: 3+ years in behavioral health/crisis care preferred. Grant experience preferred.
Certification/Licensure Must be licensed/certified in the state of Michigan and adhere to the code of ethics for area of licensure.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Training in substance use disorder is highly desirable. CAADC or Development Plan strongly encouraged.
2. Experience in working with patients who have complex medical conditions desired.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Education: Master’s degree in counseling, Psychology, or Social Work
Experience: 3+ years in behavioral health/crisis care preferred. Grant experience preferred.
Certification/LicensureMust be licensed/certified in the state of Michigan and adhere to the code of ethics for area of licensure.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Training in substance use disorder is highly desirable. CAADC or Development Plan strongly encouraged. Experience in working with patients who have complex medical conditions desired.
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.
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Behavioral Health Manager Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Samaritas24

- Henry Ford Health10

- Trinity Health5

- McLaren Health Care5

- Corewell Health4

Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health manager jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan licensure such as LMSW, LPC, or LP required or strongly preferred
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related behavioral health field
- Supervisory or program management experience in a behavioral health setting
- Knowledge of Michigan Mental Health Code and Medicaid waiver compliance requirements
- Experience with CARF or Joint Commission accreditation standards and quality improvement
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in Michigan community mental health settings
Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health manager in Michigan?
The most direct path is earning a master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology and obtaining a Michigan clinical license through the Bureau of Professional Licensing, such as the Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Michigan employers typically require several years of direct clinical experience before moving into management. Completing Michigan's Certified Clinical Supervisor credential through the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals can strengthen candidacy for roles overseeing substance use programs.
Which companies hire behavioral health managers in Michigan?
Employers hiring behavioral health managers in Michigan right now include Samaritas, Henry Ford Health, and Trinity Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's dense network of community mental health authorities, funded through the state's Prepaid Inpatient Health Plans, makes public-sector and nonprofit organizations among the most consistent sources of openings statewide.
Which Michigan cities have the most behavioral health manager jobs?
Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Holland account for the largest share of behavioral health manager openings in Michigan. Detroit drives volume through its major health systems and the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network, while Grand Rapids anchors west Michigan hiring through Pine Rest and Spectrum Health's behavioral programs, and Lansing's concentration reflects state government agencies and mid-Michigan community mental health infrastructure.
Are there remote behavioral health manager jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Behavioral health management typically requires on-site supervision of clinical staff, regulatory compliance walkthroughs, and in-person crisis response, which limits full remote arrangements. About 61% of behavioral health manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve administrative oversight, telehealth program coordination, or utilization management rather than direct program supervision.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health manager in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead clinician or team lead role within a Michigan community mental health authority or substance use agency before pursuing a manager title. Large Michigan employers such as Genesee Health System and Washtenaw Community Mental Health often post clinical supervisor and program coordinator roles that serve as direct pipelines to management. Building an LMSW or LPC and pairing it with the Michigan Certified Peer Specialist credential or a CARF audit involvement demonstrates administrative readiness to hiring committees.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health manager jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to behavioral health manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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