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Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) employees are positioned at various locations throughout the State of Michigan. A SEMHA job posting can be placed with SEMHA partners; such as our local health departments, institutions, community-based organizations along with being positioned at SEMHA. We thank you for your interest and sharing your passion to contribute your talents within the sector of non-profit.
Job Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department - Hamtramck, MI 48212
POSITION SUMMARY: The ideal candidate in this position will coordinate breastfeeding outreach services, representing the Wayne County Department of Health, Human & Veterans Services to the public. The employee will assist in the marketing and distribution of breastfeeding materials and also recruit and accept referrals for the WIC Program. Also, this employee will provide individual and group breastfeeding education; maintain appropriate records and reports; work collaboratively with the WIC Program and other community projects. The ideal candidate is required to complete all training requirements that include in state travel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides education/demonstration/educational activities on breastfeeding practices to clients, families/communities and/or staff as needed.
- Maintain community outreach with area hospitals to promote and support best practices in breastfeeding.
- Demonstrate breastfeeding equipment and techniques.
- Demonstrate set-up and break down of multiple types of breast pumps.
- Attend and participate in monthly meetings.
- Maintain contact via telephone with pregnant and breastfeeding women. Breastfeeding Peer educators see women in the WIC Clinics and area hospitals and also have contact by telephone.
- Document all contacts with the pregnant and/or breastfeeding woman within the MIWIC data base.
- Completes and maintains monthly reports
- May require travel to multiple offices and sites.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven ability to be an effective team member.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Skilled in computers and software programs including Microsoft Word and Excel and Access.
- Knowledge of the Internet and the use of Web forms and Web based programs.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions & learn new tasks.
- Must have a valid Michigan Drivers' License and a reliable transportation with full-time access.
- Must have successfully breastfed at least one infant and have the passion to assist pregnant and breastfeeding women.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Multilingual (English/ Arabic and/or English/Bengali and/or English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
- Current or previous experience with WIC a plus.
Salary: $18.50 hourly
Employment Type: Part-time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Application Deadline: August 13, 2026
Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume or make application online.
Salary Description
$18.50 hourlyJob Type
Full-timeDescription
LOCATION: Macomb County Health Department - Clinton Township, MI 48036
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the WIC Program Manager and under the direction of the WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator, this paraprofessional support person will provide basic breastfeeding education and encouragement to WIC families at various Macomb County locations, to help them meet their breastfeeding goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Counsels and educates pregnant and breastfeeding women enrolled in the WIC Program by telephone, virtually or in person, from the WIC clinic or approved alternate work site.
- Maintains a caseload of clients who request breastfeeding information and assistance, and makes routine periodic contacts
- Provides close contact and follow-up to clients during the early post-partum period
- Refers complex breastfeeding issues or problems which are beyond the scope of the peer counselor’s knowledge or skills to the WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator, or alternate breastfeeding professional or health care provider
- Assists in teaching breastfeeding classes or support groups to WIC clients
- Teaches use, cleaning and assembly of breast pumps; expression and storage of human milk; and participates in the breast pump loan and issuance program in the WIC program
- Enters client contact data and education in the MI-WIC system; may schedule appointments and issue benefits when appropriate
- Participates in WIC staff meetings and communicates information to WIC staff as needed
- Participates in breastfeeding training, workshops and conferences as required and thereafter as appropriate
- Bends, stoops and reaches in order to retrieve documents, educational materials, and breastfeeding supplies
- Lifts, moves and carries equipment and supplies that weigh up to 25 pounds
- Be available outside normal business hours.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and a reliable transportation
- Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without, reasonable accommodation.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent
- Has breastfed at least one (1) infant for at least six (6) months
- Possess basic knowledge of the WIC program and the unique characteristics of the population it serves
- Basic computer skills, including MS Office Suite, Google Office Suite, saving and accessing documents, chat and e-mail
- Effective organizational skills
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality requirements and to conduct oneself with tact and courtesy
Salary: $19.00 hourly
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid time off and Holidays
- 403b (Retirement plan)
- Various Voluntary Benefit Option
Application Deadline: July 27, 2026.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.
Salary Description
$19.00 hourlyJob Type
Full-timeDescription
LOCATION: Juvenile Detention Facility - Detroit, MI 48211
SUMMARY: SEMHA is seeking for a Physician who would provide coordinated quality medical care to adolescent patients at the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete comprehensive physical examinations of adolescents to assess health conditions and identify medical needs.
- Management of chronic conditions including diabetes mellitus (type 1 and 2), asthma, seizure disorder, asthma, anemia, and basic mental health disorders.
- Assess and manage acute conditions including trauma/injury, laceration, head injuries, and respiratory infection.
- Basic procedural skills including laceration repair, I and D, basic wound management, basic trauma management.
- Perform male/female sensitive examinations with appropriate follow-up.
- Complete Child Protective Service examinations for reported abuse and neglect.
- Coordinate with parents for medical management as appropriate.
- Able to create and manage treatment plans including hospital/specialist follow-ups for acute and chronic conditions if indicated.
- Able to provide guidance to patients regarding healthy habits and preventative strategies to promote good health including diet, activity, and STI’s.
- Prescribe medications and instructions for appropriate administration.
- Order and interpret lab/imaging results to guide and create appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborate with other services including behavioral health, nursing, security, and social work.
- Thoroughly document patient interactions and treatment plans in EMR system.
- Collaborate with patient's primary care and specialist physician when appropriate for continuity of care.
- On-call medical services to provide care for a 24-hour facility at the discretion of the Medical Director.
- Complete examinations and plans within facility and state licensing regulations.
- Discharge planning for residents including medication dispensing.
- On-site medical support for nursing staff, mid-level providers, social work, operations, and ancillary staff.
EDUCATION & EXPRENCE:
- Active Michigan Medical License
- DEA Registration, and Drug Control License
- Board certified in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine.
- BLS Certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing and working on a computer.
- Walking to different floors/clinic sites throughout the facility.
- Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization’s physical premises.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (Examples)
- Responsibility for maintaining records, reports, deadlines.
- Basic computer skills with ability to navigate EMR.
- Responsibility of knowing how office machine/equipment must be operated.
- Physical demands/emotional demands and any other demands usual or unusual.
Salary: $230,000.000 annually
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Exempt
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid time off and Holidays
- 403b (Retirement plan)
- Various Voluntary Benefit Option
Application Deadline: July 24, 2026.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.
Salary Description
$230,000.000 AnnuallyJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Juvenile Detention Facility - Detroit, MI 48211
POSITION SUMMARY: Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services for youth residing at the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility. This position offers a unique opportunity to positively influence the lives of adolescents facing significant behavioral health challenges while working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
As a member of our behavioral health team, you will provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and treatment planning for youth in a secure residential setting focused on rehabilitation and recovery.
WHY JOIN US?
- Make a meaningful impact on at-risk youth during a critical stage of development
- Practice a broad range of clinical skills, including crisis stabilization, trauma-informed care, and behavioral health treatment
- Collaborate with nurses, social workers, medical providers, educational staff, and case managers
- Monitor treatment progress through consistent patient engagement and follow-up
- Help shape behavioral health programs, suicide prevention initiatives, and quality improvement efforts
- Gain valuable experience in adolescent, correctional, and forensic behavioral health
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and establish DSM-5 diagnoses
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitor effectiveness and side effects
- Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans
- Respond to behavioral health crises, including suicide risk assessments and interventions
- Collaborate with clinical, medical, and facility staff to ensure coordinated care
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EHR
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning
- Provide clinical oversight to Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
- Support staff training on behavioral health topics, including crisis intervention and suicide prevention
- Participate in an on-call rotation for psychiatric emergencies
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency Program
- Board Certification in Psychiatry
- Active and unrestricted Michigan Medical License
- Curren DEA registration
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry certification (preferred)
- Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
Preferred:
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry certification
- Experience working with adolescents in correctional, residential, or community mental health settings
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis intervention and suicide prevention
- Familiarity with juvenile justice systems and suicide prevention protocols
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Part-time schedule averaging 16 hrs. per week
- Flexible schedule based on program needs
- Participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation is required
- Opportunity to contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives
Salary: $175.00 hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time
Work Hours: 16 hrs. a week
Classification: Exempt (salaried)
Benefits: NONE
Join Our Mission:
At SEMHA, we believe every young person deserves access to quality behavioral health care and the opportunity to build a healthier future. If you are passionate about serving vulnerable youth and making a lasting community impact, we encourage you to apply.
Application Deadline: July 23, 2026.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.
Salary Description
$175.00 hourlyJob Type
Part-timeDescription
LOCATION: Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility - Detroit, MI 48211
Help Change the Future for At-Risk Youth!
POSITION SUMMARY: Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) is seeking a Licensed Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) to provide psychological services within the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility. This position offers a unique opportunity to work directly with court-involved youth while serving as a key clinical leader in a secure, rehabilitation-focused environment.
The Psychologist will conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, lead behavioral intervention planning, provide crisis assessment and consultation, and support trauma-informed care initiatives throughout the facility. This role is ideal for a professional passionate about adolescent mental health, behavioral stabilization, and helping youth achieve positive long-term outcomes.
WHY JOIN US?
- Make a direct and lasting impact on vulnerable youth during a critical stage of development
- Utilize advanced assessment, diagnostic, and crisis intervention skills
- Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team of medical, behavioral health, educational, and custody professionals
- Help shape facility-wide behavioral health and trauma-informed care practices
- Gain valuable experience in juvenile justice, forensic mental health, and adolescent behavioral health
- Contribute to rehabilitation efforts that support successful community reintegration and reduce recidivism
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, including diagnostic clarification and risk assessments
- Perform suicide risk and behavioral threat assessments
- Develop and oversee individualized Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Monitor and adjust interventions based on youth response and behavioral data
- Provide real-time consultation during behavioral crises
- Prepare clear, defensible psychological reports for court and treatment planning
- Deliver trauma-informed care training to staff
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including custody, medical, educational, and court personnel
- Coordinate with educational staff regarding IEP implementation and behavioral accommodations
- Support implementation of trauma-informed and evidence-based practices facility-wide
- Ensure compliance with licensure standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Doctoral Degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program
- Licensed Psychologist (LP) in the State of Michigan
- Current BLS Certification
- Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
- Experience conducting psychological assessments, risk evaluations, and behavioral intervention planning
- Experience managing crisis situations and high-acuity behavioral health cases
Preferred:
- APA-accredited internship completion
- Three to five years of post-doctoral clinical experience
- Experience working with adolescents in juvenile justice, detention, residential treatment, or community behavioral health settings
- Experience preparing court reports and/or providing testimony
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, adolescent development, and evidence-based behavioral interventions
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE:
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic abilities
- Expertise in crisis intervention and behavioral stabilization
- Advanced report writing skills for clinical and legal audiences
- Ability to train, coach, and consult with multidisciplinary teams
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Commitment to rehabilitation, youth development, and trauma-informed care
WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE:
- Part-time position averaging 16 hours per week
- Flexible scheduling based on facility and program needs
- May require responsiveness to urgent behavioral health situations
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on youth rehabilitation and wellness
Salary: $44 - $62 hourly (based on qualification & experience)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Work Hours: 16 hrs. a week
Classification: Non-exempt (hourly)
Join Our Mission
At SEMHA, we believe every young person deserves access to quality behavioral health services and the opportunity to build a healthier future. If you are passionate about helping youth overcome challenges, improve emotional well-being, and achieve positive outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
Application Deadline: July 23, 2026.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.