Mental Health Clinician Jobs in Michigan
Mental Health Clinician jobs in Michigan are among the most active in the Midwest, concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, and integrated care networks, with openings at every level from entry-level case manager to licensed clinical supervisor. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing generate the most consistent demand, where large employers like Henry Ford Health, Spectrum Health, and the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network maintain ongoing hiring. The most in-demand specialties are substance use counseling, child and adolescent behavioral health, and crisis intervention. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals struggling with their mental health? We’re seeking passionate and dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team as a full time Emergency Mental Health & Same Day Access Clinician! This is your chance to play a vital role in our community while embracing a flexible schedule that promotes work-life balance.
What You Will Be Doing
In this exhilarating position, you will be at the forefront of mental health support, working both in the office and in hospital settings. You’ll have the opportunity to provide crucial assistance to individuals in crisis, conduct thorough assessments, and connect them with ongoing services that can truly transform their lives. Join a dynamic team where you'll expand your clinical expertise through cross-training across our Emergency Mental Health and Access services, including Intensive Crisis Stabilization (ICS), Emergency Mental Health (EMH), and Mobile Crisis Response (MCR), while gaining experience with diverse patient populations and clinical settings.
As a Emergency Mental Health and Same Day Access Clinician, you will collaborate with a dedicated team, engaging in a role that makes a real difference in the Kalamazoo County community. Your expertise will help foster resilience and recovery, and you’ll be empowered to share vital mental health resources with community members who are seeking help.
We offer two schedule options to support work-life balance: four 10-hour shifts (40 hours/week) or three 12-hour shifts (36 hours/week). Schedules are determined based on team needs and primarily include late afternoon and evening hours. Preferred scheduling options can be discussed during the interview process.
Why Join our Team?
You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, work/life balance, and encourages ongoing education for professional development. Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving mental health outcomes within the community.
If you’re an innovative thinker with a passion for mental health, we want to hear from you! This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to be a part of something bigger and to create lasting change. Join us in this exciting opportunity to empower individuals and make a real difference in our community’s mental health landscape.
What We Require
You must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related field. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW/LLMSW), Limited License Psychologist (LLP), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC/LLPC) required. Those anticipating Limited Licensure within the next 3 months are encouraged to apply. ISK provides supervision for all limited license clinicians.
You’ll have extensive knowledge of the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders, evidence-based and promising practice interventions, and familiarity with psychotropic medications and the ability to work in a fast- paced environment. You must also have a valid Michigan Driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Why Work For ISK
Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development.
We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan including a 6.2% retirement match and pension plan!
You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, Generous PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program! Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise!
Who We Are
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment.
Come Join Us!
Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.
We look forward to meeting you!
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances and devices to increase mobility.
Physical Efforts – Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing. Requires light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot and ability to hear and communicate verbally.
Working Conditions – In office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. May encounter community environments that include homes, schools, courts, and other community settings that may or may not be barrier-free. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area may be required.
Location: Integrated Services of Kalamazoo · EMH Services
Schedule: Full Time, Varied Shifts, varies
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals struggling with their mental health? We’re seeking passionate and dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team as a full time Emergency Mental Health & Same Day Access Clinician! This is your chance to play a vital role in our community while embracing a flexible schedule that promotes work-life balance.
What You Will Be Doing
In this exhilarating position, you will be at the forefront of mental health support, working both in the office and in hospital settings. You’ll have the opportunity to provide crucial assistance to individuals in crisis, conduct thorough assessments, and connect them with ongoing services that can truly transform their lives. Join a dynamic team where you'll expand your clinical expertise through cross-training across our Emergency Mental Health and Access services, including Intensive Crisis Stabilization (ICS), Emergency Mental Health (EMH), and Mobile Crisis Response (MCR), while gaining experience with diverse patient populations and clinical settings.
As a Emergency Mental Health and Same Day Access Clinician, you will collaborate with a dedicated team, engaging in a role that makes a real difference in the Kalamazoo County community. Your expertise will help foster resilience and recovery, and you’ll be empowered to share vital mental health resources with community members who are seeking help.
We offer two schedule options to support work-life balance: four 10-hour shifts (40 hours/week) or three 12-hour shifts (36 hours/week). Schedules are determined based on team needs and primarily include late afternoon and evening hours. Preferred scheduling options can be discussed during the interview process.
Why Join our Team?
You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, work/life balance, and encourages ongoing education for professional development. Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving mental health outcomes within the community.
If you’re an innovative thinker with a passion for mental health, we want to hear from you! This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to be a part of something bigger and to create lasting change. Join us in this exciting opportunity to empower individuals and make a real difference in our community’s mental health landscape.
What We Require
You must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related field. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW/LLMSW), Limited License Psychologist (LLP), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC/LLPC) required. Those anticipating Limited Licensure within the next 3 months are encouraged to apply. ISK provides supervision for all limited license clinicians.
You’ll have extensive knowledge of the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders, evidence-based and promising practice interventions, and familiarity with psychotropic medications and the ability to work in a fast- paced environment. You must also have a valid Michigan Driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Why Work For ISK
Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development.
We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan including a 6.2% retirement match and pension plan!
You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, Generous PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program! Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise!
Who We Are
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment.
Come Join Us!
Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.
We look forward to meeting you!
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances and devices to increase mobility.
Physical Efforts – Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing. Requires light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot and ability to hear and communicate verbally.
Working Conditions – In office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. May encounter community environments that include homes, schools, courts, and other community settings that may or may not be barrier-free. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area may be required.
Location: Integrated Services of Kalamazoo · EMH Services
Schedule: Full Time, Varied Shifts, varies
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What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health clinician jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan Limited License or Full License in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Credible
- Knowledge of evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to complete required Medicaid documentation and meet productivity standards
Mental Health Clinician Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health clinician in Michigan?
You become a mental health clinician in Michigan by completing a master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related clinical field and then obtaining licensure through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Most clinicians pursue either the Limited Licensed Professional Counselor credential followed by the Licensed Professional Counselor, or the Limited Licensed Master Social Worker path toward full LMSW licensure. Both require supervised post-graduate hours and passing a board examination.
Which companies hire mental health clinicians in Michigan?
Michigan mental health clinician roles are posted by WEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEM, Pollinator Practice Solutions, and Duncan Lake Speech Therapy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's network of community mental health authorities, which are county-governed and state-funded, represents a particularly stable and broad source of ongoing openings alongside large hospital systems.
Which Michigan cities have the most mental health clinician jobs?
Ludington, Ann Arbor, and Kalamazoo account for the most mental health clinician openings in Michigan. Detroit's concentration of hospital systems and federally qualified health centers drives volume in the southeast, while Grand Rapids draws demand from Spectrum Health and a growing integrated care sector, and Lansing's openings reflect both state government behavioral health programs and the Michigan State University Health Team network.
Are there remote mental health clinician jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because telehealth delivery has become a standard modality for outpatient therapy and psychiatric services. About 0% of mental health clinician openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the state's Medicaid telehealth reimbursement policies. Individual and group therapy, care coordination, and crisis line roles are the positions most consistently offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a mental health clinician in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a limited-licensed or unlicensed clinician role at one of Michigan's community mental health authorities, which routinely hire new graduates and provide the supervised hours required for full licensure. Henry Ford Health and Beaumont Health run structured post-graduate training placements for early-career clinicians, and roles such as case manager, peer support specialist, or crisis stabilization worker are common lateral entry points that build toward a clinical licensure track.
Where can I find and apply to mental health clinician jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to mental health clinician jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your credentials and preferred location or setting, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.
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