Therapist Jobs in Michigan
Therapist jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with consistent hiring across community mental health centers, hospital-based behavioral health programs, school districts, and private practice groups at levels from new graduate through senior clinician and clinical director. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, with major employers such as Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services maintaining ongoing openings year-round. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan right now are substance use disorder counseling, school-based therapy, and trauma-focused care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Skywood is part of one the nation’s largest and most respected hospital management companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. UHS is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in 2019. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
For additional information on the Company, visit our web site: http://www.uhsinc.com.
- Ensures orientation of new patients immediately upon admission.
- Obtains history and presenting information as delineated in program policy.
- Collaboratively develops and updates an individualized treatment plan with the individual that includes targeted discharge date and plan.
- Defines all relevant community sources affecting care and treatment of the consumer (e.g. attorney, family, case manager, etc.) and develops and follows contact plans and conjoint therapy plans.
- Updates referring sources on patient progress, if/as approved by the individual in services.
- Utilizes agency endorsed patient-centered therapeutic interventions and rapport-building practices, including motivational interviewing techniques, to non-confrontationally enhance patient insight regarding diagnostic and usage patterns.
- Documents treatment episodes, contacts, treatment plans and sessions according to periodicity and content requirements.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
- Must have high level of interpersonal skills. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, professionalism, tact and diplomacy.
- Must have strong knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Understanding of diverse cultures and gender specific issues and the ability to incorporate needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into the organization.
- Understands need for and maintains appropriate confidentiality at all times when interacting with patients, residents, families, visitors, referral sources and all other contacts.
- Exhibits excellent customer relation skills as evidenced by supportive and constructive communication with all contacts including coworkers, patients, residents, visitors, families and referral sources.
- Knowledge of case management for dual diagnosis patients.
- Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field required.
- Licensure in a mental health related field is also required.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mental health or substance abuse field preferred.
Skywood is part of one the nation’s largest and most respected hospital management companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. UHS is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in 2019. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
For additional information on the Company, visit our web site: http://www.uhsinc.com.
- Ensures orientation of new patients immediately upon admission.
- Obtains history and presenting information as delineated in program policy.
- Collaboratively develops and updates an individualized treatment plan with the individual that includes targeted discharge date and plan.
- Defines all relevant community sources affecting care and treatment of the consumer (e.g. attorney, family, case manager, etc.) and develops and follows contact plans and conjoint therapy plans.
- Updates referring sources on patient progress, if/as approved by the individual in services.
- Utilizes agency endorsed patient-centered therapeutic interventions and rapport-building practices, including motivational interviewing techniques, to non-confrontationally enhance patient insight regarding diagnostic and usage patterns.
- Documents treatment episodes, contacts, treatment plans and sessions according to periodicity and content requirements.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
- Must have high level of interpersonal skills. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, professionalism, tact and diplomacy.
- Must have strong knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Understanding of diverse cultures and gender specific issues and the ability to incorporate needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into the organization.
- Understands need for and maintains appropriate confidentiality at all times when interacting with patients, residents, families, visitors, referral sources and all other contacts.
- Exhibits excellent customer relation skills as evidenced by supportive and constructive communication with all contacts including coworkers, patients, residents, visitors, families and referral sources.
- Knowledge of case management for dual diagnosis patients.
- Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field required.
- Licensure in a mental health related field is also required.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in mental health or substance abuse field preferred.
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The qualifications that appear most often in therapist jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan Limited License or full LLP/LPC licensure issued by the State of Michigan
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related field
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms
- Strong documentation skills meeting Michigan Medicaid and managed care billing standards
- Ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Therapist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a therapist in Michigan?
To become a licensed therapist in Michigan, you must earn a master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy from an accredited program. After graduating, you apply to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for a Limited License, complete supervised post-master's clinical hours, and pass the required licensure exam for your credential, whether the NCMHCE, LMSW exam, or MFT exam, before advancing to full licensure.
Which companies hire therapists in Michigan?
Employers hiring therapists in Michigan right now include Henry Ford Health, Broad River Rehab, and Bay Nursing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, community mental health authorities, and school-based mental health programs consistently post therapist openings throughout the year.
Which Michigan cities have the most therapist jobs?
Detroit, Novi, and Troy have the most therapist openings in Michigan right now. Detroit drives volume through its concentration of large hospital systems and community mental health agencies, Grand Rapids reflects the strong presence of Pine Rest and Spectrum Health behavioral health services, and Lansing sees steady demand tied to state government-affiliated programs and Michigan State University Health.
Are there remote therapist jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, since telehealth has become a fully accepted modality for outpatient therapy in Michigan. About 34% of therapist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the shift toward virtual behavioral health care. Roles focused on individual talk therapy and substance use counseling tend to have the most remote flexibility, while community-based or school-embedded positions remain primarily on-site.
How can I get hired as a therapist in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor or Limited Licensed Master Social Worker position, which Michigan specifically created for post-master's graduates still accumulating supervised hours. Community mental health authorities across Michigan, including Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network and network providers affiliated with the Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards, regularly hire limited licensees and pair them with approved supervisors. Lateral moves from case manager, peer support specialist, or crisis line roles at the same organizations are a proven door into clinical work.
Where can I find and apply to therapist jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to therapist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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