Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Serves as a professional behavioral health provider embedded in primary care and speciality settings. Is responsible for providingbehavioral health services to assist patient and their support systems in managing mental health conditions and related psychosocialproblems more effectively. Services include assessment, screening, treatment planning, crisis intervention, provision of short-term,brief therapy, referral, consultation, behavioral care management and advocacy. Collaborates with other members of the health careteam or community-based services as needed to improve client access and provide continuous, comprehensive, and affordable healthcare. Practices following the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers or appropriate licensing board.Job Title: Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist

Location: Muskegon

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day Shift

Why Trinity Health?

• Day 1 benefits – comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive, mission-driven environment
• Trinity Health offers DailyPay for eligible colleagues

Position Summary:

TheAmbulatory Behavioral Health Specialistis a key clinical resource responsible for delivering evidence-based behavioral health services to patients in an ambulatory setting. This role provides individual, family, and group therapy, clinical assessments, care coordination, and referrals. The specialist works closely with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure compassionate, culturally responsive care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct clinical services including psychotherapy, assessments, and care planning
• Utilize evidence-based interventions tailored to individual and family needs
• Coordinate care with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teams
• Document clinical notes, assessments, and progress in the EMR with accuracy and timeliness
• Assist patients and families in identifying and accessing community resources
• Provide culturally competent and trauma-informed care
• Engage in collaborative treatment planning and problem-solving
• May provide bilingual services if applicable
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and ethical standards of clinical practice
• Participate in professional development and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Master's degree from an accredited program in Clinical Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology.

Licensure

• Required:
• Limited Licensed Master's Social Worker (LLMSW) with clinical designation, or
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or
• Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP).
• Preferred:
• Fully Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) with clinical designation, or
• Fully Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or
• Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP) with Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) certification.

Experience

• Required: Minimum of 2 years in healthcare social work or counseling/psychotherapy.
• Preferred: 2 years of experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.

Make a meaningful impact on your community while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Apply today to join a mission-focused team committed to behavioral health excellence.

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.