Mental Health Jobs in Michigan
Mental health jobs in Michigan are concentrated in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where large systems like Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, and the University of Michigan Health System maintain active behavioral health divisions hiring at levels from entry-level counselors to licensed clinical supervisors. Demand is especially strong for licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, and substance use disorder specialists as the state continues expanding community mental health services. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in our community! Genesee Health System (GHS) is looking for energetic and caring people to join our dynamic clinical team.
We value our staff and think they deserve the best! Medical, vision and dental benefits available at no premium for our staff and their dependents. We also provide an annually loaded HSA of up to $2,500, a 5% match towards your retirement, generous paid time off (19 ½ days per year) and paid Holidays.
General Statement:
General Statement: Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, works as part of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) to conduct crisis and safety assessment, crisis intervention, and other clinical evaluations; co-responds with law enforcement to mental health related calls; communicates and consults with a variety of agencies regarding program issues, assesses clinical needs and makes recommendations for support service and treatment; performs professional therapeutic crisis intervention; consults with staff from internal and external programs to assist with treatment recommendations; provides liaison, consultation and mental health education services for community agencies and resources; performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Requirement
License Requirements
Year(s) of Experience
Board Examination
Bachelors in Social Work
Limited License as a Bachelors Level Social Worker (LLBSW), credential.
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with Limited License must take and pass the ASWB Examination within six (6) years in accordance with the State of Michigan requirements to retain employment. NOTE: GHS will follow all State of Michigan requirements. If the requirements change, the job description will be updated to reflect such changes. All licensed clinical staff must maintain licensure as a condition of employment.
Bachelor in Social Work
Michigan Bachelor Level Social Worker (LBSW) credential, Clinical.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Social Work
Michigan Master Level Social Worker (LMSW) credential, Clinical.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Social Work
Limited License as a Masters Level Social Worker (LLMSW), credential.
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with Limited License must take and pass the ASWB Examination within six (6) years in accordance with the State of Michigan requirements to retain employment. NOTE: GHS will follow all State of Michigan requirements. If the requirements change, the job description will be updated to reflect such changes. All licensed clinical staff must maintain licensure as a condition of employment.
Masters in Psychology
Michigan Master Level Psychologist (LLP) credential.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Psychology
Temporary Limited License as a Masters Level Psychologist (TLLP).
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with a TLLP must pass the Exam for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPP) AND make application for the LLP within 18 months of hire OR prior to the expiration of the TLP, whichever is sooner to retain employment.
Masters in Counseling
Michigan License Professional Counselor (LPC) credential.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Counseling
Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC) credential.
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with an LLPC must take and pass the National Counselor Examination (NCE) within six (6) years of hire to retain employment. The employee with an LLPC must also make application for the LPC upon passing the NCE.
Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Michigan
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Additional Requirements:
Employee must maintain valid clinical licensure to retain employment.
Essential Physical Demands:
- Vision – Position requires the ability to visually assess details at both near and far distances, as well as to perceive depth and spatial relationships with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Hearing – Position requires the ability to receive and respond to verbal communication with or without reasonable accommodations.
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Lifting, Standing, and Walking With or Without Reasonable Accommodations:
- Position requires the ability to lift up to 75lbs on an occasional basis
- Position requires the ability to regularly stand for extended periods of time
- Position requires the ability to walk at a minimum of 35% up to a maximum of 65%
- Position will require the ability to occasionally stoop, bend, or reach to perform work tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Position must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including the use of hands and fingers for handling, grasping, typing, writing, or operating equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferences:
Minimum of 1 year of experience providing crisis services to include crisis assessment with level of care determination/recommendation, safety screening, and/or safety planning.
Certification in Addiction Counseling (CAC) or in process to become a Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional –Diplomat (CCDP-D) OR a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) through the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) within 30 days of hire, unless currently certified as a CCDP-D, CAADC, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CCADC), or a current Development Plan for CCDP-D or CAADC with MCBAP.
Interested applicants must clearly show they meet the minimum qualifications.
Resume must include the following information: Name of employer, month/year you were hired, month/year you left, if the position was part-time or full-time, and the job duties you performed while in the position.
BARGAINING UNIT: TEAMSTERS
Monday- Friday 1:30 pm- 10:00 pm
Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in our community! Genesee Health System (GHS) is looking for energetic and caring people to join our dynamic clinical team.
We value our staff and think they deserve the best! Medical, vision and dental benefits available at no premium for our staff and their dependents. We also provide an annually loaded HSA of up to $2,500, a 5% match towards your retirement, generous paid time off (19 ½ days per year) and paid Holidays.
General Statement:
General Statement: Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, works as part of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) to conduct crisis and safety assessment, crisis intervention, and other clinical evaluations; co-responds with law enforcement to mental health related calls; communicates and consults with a variety of agencies regarding program issues, assesses clinical needs and makes recommendations for support service and treatment; performs professional therapeutic crisis intervention; consults with staff from internal and external programs to assist with treatment recommendations; provides liaison, consultation and mental health education services for community agencies and resources; performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Requirement
License Requirements
Year(s) of Experience
Board Examination
Bachelors in Social Work
Limited License as a Bachelors Level Social Worker (LLBSW), credential.
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with Limited License must take and pass the ASWB Examination within six (6) years in accordance with the State of Michigan requirements to retain employment. NOTE: GHS will follow all State of Michigan requirements. If the requirements change, the job description will be updated to reflect such changes. All licensed clinical staff must maintain licensure as a condition of employment.
Bachelor in Social Work
Michigan Bachelor Level Social Worker (LBSW) credential, Clinical.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Social Work
Michigan Master Level Social Worker (LMSW) credential, Clinical.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Social Work
Limited License as a Masters Level Social Worker (LLMSW), credential.
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with Limited License must take and pass the ASWB Examination within six (6) years in accordance with the State of Michigan requirements to retain employment. NOTE: GHS will follow all State of Michigan requirements. If the requirements change, the job description will be updated to reflect such changes. All licensed clinical staff must maintain licensure as a condition of employment.
Masters in Psychology
Michigan Master Level Psychologist (LLP) credential.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Psychology
Temporary Limited License as a Masters Level Psychologist (TLLP).
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with a TLLP must pass the Exam for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPP) AND make application for the LLP within 18 months of hire OR prior to the expiration of the TLP, whichever is sooner to retain employment.
Masters in Counseling
Michigan License Professional Counselor (LPC) credential.
One (1) year experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Masters in Counseling
Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC) credential.
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
The employee with an LLPC must take and pass the National Counselor Examination (NCE) within six (6) years of hire to retain employment. The employee with an LLPC must also make application for the LPC upon passing the NCE.
Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Michigan
Three (3) years’ experience working with both adults and children with mental illness, developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring disorders.
Additional Requirements:
Employee must maintain valid clinical licensure to retain employment.
Essential Physical Demands:
- Vision – Position requires the ability to visually assess details at both near and far distances, as well as to perceive depth and spatial relationships with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Hearing – Position requires the ability to receive and respond to verbal communication with or without reasonable accommodations.
-
Lifting, Standing, and Walking With or Without Reasonable Accommodations:
- Position requires the ability to lift up to 75lbs on an occasional basis
- Position requires the ability to regularly stand for extended periods of time
- Position requires the ability to walk at a minimum of 35% up to a maximum of 65%
- Position will require the ability to occasionally stoop, bend, or reach to perform work tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Position must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including the use of hands and fingers for handling, grasping, typing, writing, or operating equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferences:
Minimum of 1 year of experience providing crisis services to include crisis assessment with level of care determination/recommendation, safety screening, and/or safety planning.
Certification in Addiction Counseling (CAC) or in process to become a Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional –Diplomat (CCDP-D) OR a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) through the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) within 30 days of hire, unless currently certified as a CCDP-D, CAADC, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CCADC), or a current Development Plan for CCDP-D or CAADC with MCBAP.
Interested applicants must clearly show they meet the minimum qualifications.
Resume must include the following information: Name of employer, month/year you were hired, month/year you left, if the position was part-time or full-time, and the job duties you performed while in the position.
BARGAINING UNIT: TEAMSTERS
Monday- Friday 1:30 pm- 10:00 pm
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Mental Health Job Market in Michigan
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What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan license such as LLPC, LPC, LMSW, or LLMSW issued by LARA
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Familiarity with electronic health records systems and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to conduct mental health assessments, crisis evaluations, and treatment planning
- Knowledge of Michigan Community Mental Health and Medicaid billing procedures
Mental Health Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health professional in Michigan?
Becoming a licensed mental health professional in Michigan requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field followed by supervised hours and a state license from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). Counselors pursue the Limited License Professional Counselor credential first, then the full LPC, while social workers follow the LLMSW-to-LMSW path. Passing the relevant national board exam is required for full licensure.
Which companies hire mental health professionals in Michigan?
Michigan mental health roles are posted by Havenwyck Hospital, Southridge Behavioral Hospital, and Community Mental Health Authority and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's community mental health authority system, which includes regional entities across all 83 counties, also generates a substantial share of the state's openings alongside large integrated health systems.
Which Michigan cities have the most mental health jobs?
Lansing, Detroit, and Livonia lead Michigan in mental health openings. Detroit anchors hiring through its dense network of hospital systems and federally qualified health centers, Grand Rapids draws on a growing medical corridor anchored by Corewell Health, and Lansing benefits from state government behavioral health programs and Michigan State University's clinical infrastructure.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, since telehealth has become a mainstream delivery model for therapy and counseling. About 59% of mental health openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly Michigan-licensed providers can serve clients across the state via video. Outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication management, and care coordination roles are the most likely to offer fully remote schedules.
How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a limited license through LARA while completing supervised clinical hours, since Michigan employers routinely hire LLPC and LLMSW holders who are still accumulating the hours needed for full licensure. Large Michigan health systems like Henry Ford Health and Corewell Health post associate therapist and clinical intern roles designed for new graduates. Community mental health agencies across the state also hire case managers and mental health technicians as a lateral entry point, with support for limited licensees working toward full credentials.
Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across counseling, social work, psychiatry support, and related behavioral health roles. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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