Clinical Therapist Jobs in Michigan
Clinical Therapist jobs in Michigan are in strong and steady demand, with openings concentrated in community mental health centers, healthcare systems, and school-based behavioral health programs at levels from entry-level associate therapist through senior clinician and clinical supervisor. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing account for the largest share of hiring, where anchor employers such as Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, and Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton Dundee Eaton maintain consistent clinical therapist needs. Substance use disorders, children and adolescent mental health, and trauma-focused therapy are the specialties driving the most sustained hiring activity across Michigan. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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337 Hastings ClinicScheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)Shift & Status
Clinical Therapist
Grand Rapids, MI
Pine Rest is seeking a compassionate Clinical Therapist to provide assessment, counseling, and treatment services for individuals receiving behavioral health care. In this role, you'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, deliver evidence-based therapy, and help patients build the skills and support needed for recovery.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Programs
- Generous Front-Loaded Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness Programs (eligible positions)
- Career Growth and Development Opportunities
What You'll Do
- Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop treatment plans
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches
- Collaborate with treatment team members to coordinate patient care
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions as needed
- Assist with crisis intervention, safety planning, and community resource coordination
- Promote a recovery-focused, person-centered treatment environment
What We're Looking For
Required
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
- Current full Michigan licensure as an LMSW, LPC, LP, or equivalent clinical license
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide high-quality, person-centered behavioral health services
Position Details
- Salaried (Exempt) W-2 position
- Pay based on licensure and experience
- Flexible schedule arrangements
- Office-based work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package available.
- Paid Conference Days, Professional Growth Dollars and Malpractice Insurance Covered at no cost!
About Pine Rest
Pine Rest is dedicated to providing high-quality behavioral health services and fostering a culture of compassion, integrity, and respect. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening and credentialing process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pine Rest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status.
Cost Center
337 Hastings ClinicScheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)Shift & Status
Clinical Therapist
Grand Rapids, MI
Pine Rest is seeking a compassionate Clinical Therapist to provide assessment, counseling, and treatment services for individuals receiving behavioral health care. In this role, you'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, deliver evidence-based therapy, and help patients build the skills and support needed for recovery.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Programs
- Generous Front-Loaded Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness Programs (eligible positions)
- Career Growth and Development Opportunities
What You'll Do
- Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop treatment plans
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches
- Collaborate with treatment team members to coordinate patient care
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions as needed
- Assist with crisis intervention, safety planning, and community resource coordination
- Promote a recovery-focused, person-centered treatment environment
What We're Looking For
Required
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
- Current full Michigan licensure as an LMSW, LPC, LP, or equivalent clinical license
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide high-quality, person-centered behavioral health services
Position Details
- Salaried (Exempt) W-2 position
- Pay based on licensure and experience
- Flexible schedule arrangements
- Office-based work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package available.
- Paid Conference Days, Professional Growth Dollars and Malpractice Insurance Covered at no cost!
About Pine Rest
Pine Rest is dedicated to providing high-quality behavioral health services and fostering a culture of compassion, integrity, and respect. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening and credentialing process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pine Rest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status.
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Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Therapist Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- New Oakland Family Centers10
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services4
- Pine Rest Christian Health Mental Services3
- CMU Health2
- Aspirus Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical therapist jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan Limited Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor credential
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and meet Michigan Medicaid billing standards
- Strong collaboration skills for working within multidisciplinary treatment teams
Clinical Therapist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical therapist in Michigan?
You need a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, followed by supervised post-graduate clinical hours under a fully licensed supervisor. Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs issues the Limited Licensed Professional Counselor credential as the first step, and you advance to the full Licensed Professional Counselor designation after completing supervised hours and passing the National Counselor Examination. Some paths go through Licensed Master Social Worker licensure instead, depending on your degree.
Which companies hire clinical therapists in Michigan?
Employers hiring clinical therapists in Michigan right now include New Oakland Family Centers, Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, and Pine Rest Christian Health Mental Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's extensive community mental health system, funded through county-based authorities, is also one of the largest and most consistent sources of clinical therapist openings in the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most clinical therapist jobs?
Grand Rapids, Flint, and Detroit have the most clinical therapist openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its large integrated health systems and dense community mental health infrastructure, while Grand Rapids draws heavily on a growing outpatient and nonprofit behavioral health sector, and Lansing's concentration of state government agencies and regional health networks sustains steady demand.
Are there remote clinical therapist jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and telehealth has made remote work more common in this field than in most clinical roles. About 45% of clinical therapist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the strong telehealth adoption that took hold across Michigan's mental health sector. Outpatient therapy, individual counseling, and care coordination roles are the most likely to offer fully remote or hybrid schedules.
How can I get hired as a clinical therapist in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a limited-licensed associate or trainee role at a Michigan community mental health authority, where supervised hours count toward full licensure while you work. Henry Ford Health and the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network both run structured post-graduate training programs that place new clinicians in supervised caseloads. Case manager, behavioral health technician, and crisis intervention specialist roles at Michigan nonprofits are common lateral moves that build the documented hours and references needed to advance to a licensed therapist position.
Where can I find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across health systems, community mental health agencies, schools, and outpatient practices. Find the roles that fit your license level and specialization and apply directly.
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