The State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Program Administrator. The LJAP Program Administrator position is responsible for the supervision of  department professionals and support staff in the delivery of services to lawyers, judges, and law students experiencing impairment and/or mental health challenges by providing referral information, performing assessments, and serving as monitors for those persons participating in monitoring agreements.  Maintains caseload of monitored persons and participates in fielding calls to the toll-free helpline.  Responsible for training, mentoring, and coaching supervised employees.  Responsible for promoting the work of the department through writing and speaking to Bar-related entities on related topics.  Serves as liaison to State Bar of Michigan’s Standing Committee on Lawyer and Judges Assistance.  Administers State Bar of Michigan employee assistance program through the confidential provision of counseling and referral information to employees.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Supervises department staff, assuring competence, diligence and quality control
• Performs mental health/substance use assessments  
• Provides individual counseling with users of the program
• Maintains referral list and makes referrals to appropriate providers for users of the program
• Administers lawyer and law student monitoring programs
• Speaks and writes articles promoting the program and educating SBM members about issues related to mental health and substance use
• Plans and participates in periodic trainings of volunteer monitors
• Participates as a manager in division-wide planning and activities within the Professional Standards Division

 Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling
• Active Michigan license in social work, psychology or counseling
• Ten years clinical experience in mental health/substance use field
• 5 years experience and expertise working with impaired professionals preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of 12 step and alternative recovery concepts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including extensive experience in public speaking
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Ability to travel
• Valid Michigan driver’s license is required

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