Position: Clinical Therapist (LMSW or LLMSW) 

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience

Education/Licensure: Must have a master’s degree in social work and active license in the state of Michigan. LMSW or LLMSW required. 

Overview of Role: 

Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit (JFS) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Therapist to provide intake, assessment, and counseling services to children, adults, and families.

In this role, you will support clients through a range of mental health needs while fostering growth, resilience, and overall wellbeing. You will work within a collaborative, team-based environment that values clinical excellence, innovation, and whole-person care.

Our Culture:

JFS is committed to building an inclusive, connected workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. We prioritize collaboration, professional growth, and culturally responsive care, recognizing that diverse perspectives strengthen our impact.

Highlights:

• Flexible hybrid schedule, offering both telehealth and in-person sessions
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 15 vacation days and 18–22 paid holidays
• Employer-sponsored health insurance
• Weekly individual and group supervision
• Paid professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Opportunity to bring creativity to group therapy topics or community programming
• Retirement plan

Role & Responsibilities:

• Provides both short- and long-term counseling using evidence-based practices and interventions.
• Conducts client assessments to evaluate needs and functionality, monitors progress through ongoing reassessment, and makes referrals to additional service providers (e.g., healthcare, housing, financial assistance).
• Collaborates with clients and onsite psychiatrists to develop and update personalized treatment plans.
• Connects individuals and families to appropriate community resources, serving as a liaison and advocate with community organizations to support client well-being.
• Ensures documentation compliance by preparing and completing all required progress notes, safety plans, records, and reports promptly in an electronic database.
• Adheres to standards set by external accrediting and licensing bodies, attending all assigned staff and committee meetings.
• Participates in agency in-service programs, workshops, supervision, and team meetings.
• Offers evening availability for clients unable to attend daytime appointments, with two evening sessions per week.
• Protects client confidentiality and maintains trust by securing sensitive information in accordance with agency protocols.

Why Join JFS?

• Join a mission-driven team dedicated to meaningful community impact. At JFS, your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a difference.