Crisis Center BSW (26-24)
Kent County CMH Authority - Grand Rapids, MI
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Position : Crisis Center BSW Req.#: 26-24 FTE: Full-time, non-exempt Unit: UAW Department/Location: Crisis Compensation: $26.04 -$34.52. The final job offer is based on several factors (internal equity, skills, education, experience, and credentials). Additional compensation: 10% premium pay, $2 weekend shift differential on Saturday's and Sunday's. Attractive Benefits Package: Four health insurance plans | 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance plans | 13 paid holidays | Generous PTO | Professional development | Tuition reimbursement |Professional License reimbursement | Defined contribution retirement plan| Employee Assistance program | Life and voluntary life insurance options | Short and Long term disability | Approved site for loan forgiveness (based on position and department): NHSC, STAR Loan Repayment, Behavioral Health Loan Repayment, MI Kids Now Loan Repayment and much more! Network180 employees make a difference in people's lives every day, making our community a better place to live. We are the behavioral health community organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others. We are seeking a Crisis Center BSW. As part of a multidisciplinary team-based service, this role provides support to clients in the Crisis Center, which includes a Brief Intervention Clinic and a Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), and supports the daily function of the Center and meets the complex needs of clients. This assignment is scheduled for 36 hours a week, Friday through Sunday, from 7am to 7pm. This assignment is in-person at 260 Jefferson Ave SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. Network 180's Behavioral Health Crisis Center is a 24/7 facility that serves adults 18 years and older and includes a walk-in Brief Intervention Clinic and a secure Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU). The setting provides assessment and unscheduled clinical services designed to prevent or resolve mental health or substance-related crises. The Crisis Center aims to provide these services to individuals whose crisis will typically resolve within a few hours, however, may require up to seventy-two (72) hours of treatment; and where services can be voluntary or involuntary. The CSU fills a key gap in the Kent County Crisis Continuum of Care and provides more efficient, effective, equitable crisis behavioral health care in a setting designed and staffed to provide this type of treatment. The CSU also aims to divert individuals from jail, emergency departments, and inpatient psychiatric hospital settings to an appropriate least restrictive treatment setting whenever it can be achieved safely and successfully. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Social Work; licensed in the State of Michigan as a limited licensed social worker; OR be eligible for a limited license as stated above and obtain that licensure within three (3) months of hire. At least one year of experience providing services to individuals with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders. Thorough working knowledge of the practices and principles of psychological, emotional, and sociological assessment. Thorough working knowledge of professional ethics and standards of practice. Possession of a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for job related use. Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, database management, electronic health record, and data entry. Demonstrated experience communicating clearly and concisely in stressful situations. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and skills and capabilities of bridging language/cultural barriers to Network180 services within diverse communities. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Full licensure in the State of Michigan as a licensed bachelor's social worker. Three years post-undergraduate experience working with individuals with mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Spanish-speaking. Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued. Job interviews are being conducted in person or via the internet. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. For a detailed job description and responsibilities please review the job description. Network180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Network180 participates in E-Verify. Network180 is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which includes the prohibition of medical and recreational marijuana use. Successful completion of a drug screen is part of our background check process. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at 616 336-3909 or . We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Created: 2026-03-07