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Uncover Your Future with Mala – Explore Our Open Roles at our farmington hills, plymouth, or ann arbor locations

Our Open Roles

  • Mala Child & Family Institute is seeking a creative, organized, and collaborative Part-Time Marketing Manager to support the growth and visibility of our multidisciplinary practice. This role will oversee day-to-day marketing efforts across social media, our website, print materials, and internal marketing support, while also helping us better understand how our marketing efforts translate into referrals and client enrollment.

    The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys both the creative and strategic sides of marketing—someone who can design an engaging social media post one day, update a webpage the next, and then look at enrollment data to help determine what is (and isn't) working.

    • Position: Marketing Manager

    • Schedule: Part-time

    • Location: Hybrid — a combination of remote work and in-person work at Mala offices


    Key Responsibilities:

    Social Media & Digital Marketing:

    • Design, create, schedule, and post engaging content across Mala's social media platforms

    • Monitor social media engagement, reach, and other relevant metrics

    • Develop content that highlights Mala's services, clinicians, groups, workshops, and community presence

    • Identify opportunities to increase visibility, engagement, and referral interest

    Website Management:

    • Create, edit, and maintain webpages through Squarespace

    • Keep service pages, staff profiles, groups, events, and other website content current

    • Identify opportunities to improve website content and navigation to better support prospective clients and referral partners

    • Monitor website performance and engagement metrics

    Marketing Materials & Design:

    • Design promotional materials including flyers, handouts, brochures, guides, postcards, and other print/digital materials

    • Coordinate printing and ordering of marketing materials as needed

    • Ensure materials are visually consistent with Mala's brand and accurately represent our services

    New Hire & Staff Marketing Support:

    • Support the marketing onboarding process for new clinicians and staff

    • Design and order business cards and other promotional materials

    • Create and maintain new staff webpages and profiles

    • Assist clinicians and department staff with developing self-marketing strategies and materials

    Marketing Analytics & Enrollment:

    • Track marketing metrics across social media, website, advertising, and other marketing channels

    • Monitor how marketing activity translates into inquiries, referrals, and client enrollment

    • Identify trends and opportunities based on marketing and enrollment data

    • Maintain organized tracking systems and provide regular updates on marketing performance

    Collaboration & Growth Strategy:

    • Meet regularly with department directors and the enrollment team to identify areas for growth

    • Help identify barriers to enrollment and brainstorm creative solutions

    Develop and implement marketing strategies in response to changing service needs and organizational priorities

    The ideal candidate is:

    • Creative and visually oriented with strong attention to detail

    • Experienced with social media platforms and digital content creation

    • Self-directed, organized, and able to work independently

    • Comfortable managing multiple projects and shifting priorities

    • Comfortable using Squarespace or willing to learn

    • Experienced with the graphic design tool Canva

    • Comfortable reviewing and interpreting marketing and enrollment data

    • A strong writer and communicator

    • Collaborative and comfortable working with clinicians, department directors, and administrative staff

    • Interested in connecting marketing efforts to tangible organizational growth


    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, graphic design; or a combination of relevant experience with a marketing portfolio that reflects their work

    • Experience with Squarespace, Canva, Google Analytics, social media analytics, or similar platforms

    • Experience developing both digital and print marketing materials

    • Experience tracking marketing performance and/or enrollment metrics

  • Part-Time or Full-Time | Hydrid in Ann Arbor

    Are you a compassionate, dedicated board-certified psychiatrist looking to make a meaningful impact? At Mala Child & Family Institute, we are on a mission to end intergenerational cycles of trauma by offering trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally sensitive care. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures clients of all ages receive exceptional, integrated support in a warm and collaborative environment.

    We are seeking one skilled psychiatrist to join our Medication Management Program, led by our esteemed Medical Director, Dr. Richard Dopp, known for his expertise in exemplary psychiatric care. This is a unique opportunity to work in a supportive and innovative clinic that values holistic, team-based approaches to mental health while fostering professional growth. This position is a hybrid position, and can be based out of our Ann Arbor, Plymouth, or Farmington Hills locations.

    What We Offer:

    • Collaborative Multidisciplinary Environment: Work alongside psychologists, therapists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive care.

    • Flexible Scheduling: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with the autonomy to tailor your schedule.

    • Impactful Work: Serve a diverse clientele, including children, adolescents, and adults, addressing complex mental health needs in a setting that values inclusivity and systemic approaches.

    • Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.

    What We're Looking For

    • Licensing: Licensed in the state of Michigan.

    • Experience and Expertise: Experience working with children and neurodiverse individuals. Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and neurodiversity-affirming care.

    • Skills and Professional Qualities: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and independently. Dedication to evidence-based practices and innovative care solutions.

    Why Mala?

    Mala Child & Family Institute is a community. Founded by an immigrant and female-owned leader inspired to transform mental health care, our organization carries the soul of resilience and healing. Every member of our team contributes to a shared vision of breaking cycles of trauma and creating spaces where individuals and families thrive.

    If you're ready to grow in your career while making a difference in the lives of others, we would love to hear from you. Join us in delivering care that truly changes lives.

    Education:

    • Doctorate (Required)

    License/Certification:

    • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (Required)

    Work Location:

    • Hybrid remote in Ann Arbor, MI 48104

  • Part-Time or Full-Time | Hybrid in Ann Arbor | 1099 Role

    We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in behavioral health and a commitment to providing high-quality care to individuals with mental health needs. This is a 1099 role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients, while also collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

    Responsibilities

    • Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients.

    • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.

    • Provide medication management, including experience administering injections as necessary.

    • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care, including discharge planning.

    • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.

    • Offer support and education to patients and their families regarding mental health issues.

    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.

    • Participate in emergency medicine situations when required, ensuring patient safety and effective intervention.

    • Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in psychiatric care.

    Qualifications

    • Master’s or doctorate degree in Nursing with a specialization as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.

    • Valid Nurse Practitioner license and certification in psychiatric nursing.

    • Experience in behavioral health settings is preferred.

    • Knowledge of infectious disease care and occupational health is a plus.

    • Ability to lift patients or assist with mobility as needed.

    • Familiarity with sonography techniques is beneficial but not required.

    • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.

    • Commitment to providing compassionate care and advocating for patient needs.

    • 1099 Opportunity, split fee: 65% is retained by the provider

    Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve through dedicated psychiatric care.

  • Part-Time or Full-Time | W2 or 1099 | Farmington Hills, MI

    Mala Child & Family Institute is seeking a fully licensed psychologist (LP) or limited licensed psychologist (LLP) with specialized experience in autism evaluations to join our growing assessment team in Farmington Hills. Both part-time and full-time schedules will be considered.

    This position is ideal for a psychologist who enjoys thoughtful diagnostic work and wants to practice within a collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive environment.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Communicate with clients and families throughout the evaluation process.

    • Conduct comprehensive autism evaluations with children, adolescents, and adults, including individuals with complex, overlapping, or previously missed presentations.

    • Integrate assessment findings and prepare clear, comprehensive evaluation reports.

    • Provide feedback sessions to clients and families, reviewing results, diagnoses, and recommendations.

    • Collaborate with Mala's multidisciplinary team to support high-quality, client-centered care.

    Required Qualifications:

    • A master's or doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

    • Current Michigan licensure as a Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP) or Licensed Psychologist (LP), or eligibility for licensure.

    • Specialized training and clinical experience conducting comprehensive autism evaluations.

    • Experience administering and interpreting standardized autism assessment measures (ADOS-2 training preferred).

    • Strong knowledge of autism across the lifespan and across diverse cognitive, communication, cultural, and support-needs profiles.

    • Experience differentiating autism from other neurodevelopmental, psychiatric, and medical conditions.

    • Excellent clinical interviewing, diagnostic formulation, assessment interpretation, and report-writing skills.

    • The ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with clients, caregivers, referral sources, and interdisciplinary providers.

    • A commitment to neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, LGBTQIA+-affirming, and disability-affirming care.

    • The ability to complete comprehensive evaluation reports and documentation within established timelines.

    • Professional liability insurance and the ability to meet all credentialing, background check, and employment requirements.

  • Are you a dedicated Occupational Therapist with a passion for helping clients unlock their full potential? At Mala Child & Family Institute, we are on a mission to end intergenerational cycles of trauma by offering trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming care. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures that clients of all ages receive exceptional, integrated support in a warm and collaborative environment.

    We are seeking one full-time Occupational Therapist (1099 or W2) to join our Ann Arbor location, and another full-time Occupational Therapist to join our Farmington Hills location. This is a unique opportunity to work in a supportive and innovative clinic where holistic, client-centered care is at the forefront.

    What We Offer

    • Collaborative Multidisciplinary Environment: Work alongside psychologists, social workers, counselors, psychiatric providers, and other specialists to provide comprehensive, team-based care.

    • Flexible Schedule: Create a schedule that fits your life while maintaining a fulfilling caseload.

    • Ongoing Training and Development: Access professional development opportunities, monthly multidisciplinary training seminars, and virtual case consultations on varied topics, such as trauma-informed care, play therapy, relational counseling, and more.

    • Supportive Leadership: Thrive under the mentorship of our experienced clinical leaders and work with a team that values your expertise and contributions.

    • Meaningful Impact: Serve a diverse clientele, including children, adolescents, and families, while contributing to their growth and success in school, home, and life.

    What We're Looking For

    • Education and Licensing: Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy; Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Michigan.

    • Experience and Expertise: Experience working with children, adolescents, and neurodiverse individuals. Commitment to trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally sensitive care.

    • Skills and Professional Qualities: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and independently. Passion for helping clients develop the skills and tools they need to succeed.

    Why Mala?

    Mala Child & Family Institute is more than a workplace - it’s a community. Founded by an immigrant and female-owned leader inspired to transform mental health care, our organization carries the soul of resilience and healing. Every member of our team contributes to a shared vision of breaking cycles of trauma and creating spaces where individuals and families thrive.

    As part of our team, you’ll not only advance your career but also make a lasting impact in the lives of clients and their families. From collaborative care to ongoing training, this is your opportunity to grow while doing meaningful work.

  • Full-Time | Hybrid Flexibility

    We are currently seeking a licensed psychotherapist, with a primary focus on working with children and neurodivergent individuals, to join our team. This is a W2 role offering hybrid flexibility and requiring some evening and weekend hours.

    This role is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about child-centered care and interested in developing advanced skills in neurodiversity-affirming, integrative treatment. You will work in a training-rich environment with close collaboration alongside psychology, psychiatry, and occupational therapy.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Scheduling and conducting 20-27 clinical hours of individual, family, and/or couples therapy to children, adolescents, and adults — including some evening and weekend hours.

    • Engage in roughly 10 hours/week of admin, continuing education, meetings, and collaborative work.

    • Develop treatment plans through a strengths-based and collaborative lens.

    • Participate in multidisciplinary case consultations with psychologists, occupational therapists, and psychiatric providers.

    • Maintain timely and professional documentation within our EHR.

    • Collaborate with caregivers, schools, and community partners to support holistic well-being.

    Required Qualifications:

    • Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy.

    • Licensed in the State of Michigan.

    • Demonstrated strong diagnostic, therapeutic, and documentation skills; as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

    • Commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and values-driven care.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Paneled with Blue Care Network.

    • Experience working with children with PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profiles.

    • Experience or strong interest in trauma, neurodiversity, and family systems work.

    Workplace Benefits Include:

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

    • Retirement matching

    • Malpractice insurance coverage

    • Steady client referrals & marketing support

    • Access to office space for in-person or telehealth sessions

    • Weekly group case consultations & supervision opportunities

    • Comprehensive therapist support team

    • Electronic Health Record access

    • Opportunities to train and supervise practicum students

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How to Apply to Work at Mala

STEP 1: Spend time learning about our story, philosophy, programs, services, and our team.

STEP 2: Click on the link below to submit your resume, a letter of recommendation, and a cover letter explaining why you want to work at our organization.

STEP 3: We will reach out to you to schedule an interview if you seem to be a good candidate.

STEP 4: We will contact three of your references.

STEP 5: If we offer you the position, we offer you a chance to meet with one of our staff confidentially to ask any questions you may have to learn about their experiences being part of the Mala team.

QUESTIONS? Please email admin@malafamily.org.

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Why Work at Mala?

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At Mala Child and Family Institute, we believe in the power of connection, community, and healing. Our mission is to end intergenerational cycles of trauma, and we’re passionate about providing trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and culturally sensitive care to all ages. We foster an environment where professionals thrive, grow, and make a real impact. Join either our Ann Arbor, Farmington Hills, or Plymouth clinics and feel the power of our community.

Mala is an equal employment opportunity employer.

  • When you work at Mala, you're not just part of a clinic—you're part of a collaborative team that includes psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, counselors, art therapists, and psychiatric providers. This truly integrative model means you’ll have the opportunity to work side by side with experts across multiple fields, providing holistic care that addresses the whole person, not just the symptoms.

  • Our culture is built on the principles of empathy, integrity, and excellence. We prioritize creating a supportive environment where staff feel valued, heard, and empowered to deliver the highest caliber of care. We believe that in order to care for others, our team must first be well cared for. That’s why we invest in your professional and personal well-being, fostering an atmosphere of balance, mutual respect, and continuous learning.

  • At Mala, we are committed to your growth as a clinician. Whether you're early in your career or looking to expand your skills, we offer rich training opportunities in trauma-informed care, neurodiversity, family systems, DBT, child-centered play therapy, and more. Our commitment to training extends beyond the classroom—here, you’ll experience hands-on learning, mentorship, and the ability to shadow professionals across different specialties (occupational therapy, psychiatry, art therapy, psychology, psychotherapy, school advocacy).

  • As we continue to expand, we are focused on innovation and excellence in mental health care. By joining us, you will be at the forefront of creating lasting change in the lives of individuals, families, and communities. Your contributions will not only impact those we serve today but will shape the future of mental health care for generations to come.

  • We don’t just support our clients—we support each other. Our team is a community that thrives on collaboration, open communication, and shared goals. We encourage professional development and provide access to cutting-edge resources, supervision, and training programs designed to keep you at the top of your field. We are invested in your journey and believe that when you grow, we grow together.

  • At Mala, we cultivate a workplace at all three clinics (Ann Arbor, Farmington Hills, or Plymouth) where diversity is celebrated, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. We understand that every team member brings unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences that enhance the evaluation, psychotherapy, OT, and psychiatry care we provide. You’ll find an inclusive environment that values authenticity, where you can show up as your true self.

  • Choosing to work at Mala means choosing to be part of a mission-driven institute that is making a real difference in the world. Our commitment to ending cycles of trauma is deep, and we are looking for professionals who share that vision. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and want to be part of a dynamic, compassionate team, Mala Child and Family Institute is the place for you.

Our Core Values

  • We believe that healing starts with a sense of safety through connection with

    others, connection with ourselves, and connection to our world. We treat our team members, clients, and

    partners with mutual respect, compassion, and sensitivity.

  • We believe in staying true to who we are and seeking validation internally rather than working on being perfect and seeking a sense of worth externally.

  • We believe that everyone, regardless of their gender, gender identity, ethnicity, race, native or indigenous origins, age, generation, sexual orientation, culture, religion, belief system, marital status, parental status, socio-economic difference, appearance, language and accent, disability, mental health, education, geography, nationality, work style, work experience, job role and function, thinking style, and personality type should be included and feel safe, treated equally, respectfully, fairly, and compassionately, and valued for who it is they fully and authentically are.

  • We believe in providing high quality and individualized care that integrates the best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values.

  • We are one organization, one team. We are committed to a teamwork environment where every person is a valued member, treated with respect, encouraged to contribute, and recognized and rewarded for their efforts.

  • We believe in accepting our responsibilities, meeting our commitments, and acting with honesty and integrity. We believe in being open to feedback and using it to grow to provide better care and service.

  • We believe that growth should be rooted, intentional, and transparent. We value slow and steady progress, change that is thoughtful, predictable, and organized. We recognize that trauma-informed care doesn’t just happen in the therapy room, but in how we evolve as a team and organization. We value communicating changes clearly, honor the nervous system’s need for safety and stability, and prioritize clarity over urgency. We believe the best systems are the ones that people can trust, grow within, and count on.

  • We believe that as mental health and occupational therapy providers, we not only have a responsibility to but are also worthy of doing our own inner work. We believe that this happens by valuing and staying committed to learning about who it is that we authentically are, what behaviors we are engaging in that are no longer serving us, and how we can continue to grow. We believe that healing and emotional growth are lifelong journeys, done within safe and nurturing connections, spaces, and processes that bring us closer to loving ourselves and others with compassion and openness.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CHIEF OF OPERATIONS - RYLEIGH STRONG, MSW

At Mala, we believe operations are about the people within the systems. Here’s what guides our work behind the scenes:

Systems Should Uplift, Not Create Barriers: Our operations and HR work is grounded in the belief that every logistical decision is an opportunity to affirm human dignity. We are committed to designing systems that reflect our values of equity, care, and accessibility. Behind every form, policy, and process is a person trying to show up for themselves, their families, or their community, and we’re here to make that easier, not harder.

We Live Our Values From the Inside Out: We’re not just here to make things run. We’re here to ensure that how things run aligns with what we stand for. We believe in creating a workplace where staff feel supported, seen, and empowered to grow. As a team led by individuals who know what it’s like to navigate systems that weren’t built for them, we’re passionate about reimagining what leadership, inclusion, and care can look like at every level of the organization.

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Explore More of What We Offer

Healing is rarely one-dimensional. At Mala, we provide integrated services to support you, your child, and your family across multiple areas of life. Learn more about what makes our care so comprehensive:

🧠 Learn more about our Psychological Evaluations

💊 Meet Our Psychiatric Team and Medication Providers

💬 Explore our Individual and Family Therapy Services

🤝 Join one of our Group Therapy Programs

🗣️ Discover Sensory-Friendly Speech & Language Therapy

🖐️ Get Support from Our Occupational Therapy Team

🏫  Advocate for Your Child with Our School Advocacy Services

🎓 Train With Us: Clinical Fellowships and Internships

🚀  Grow Your Practice With Our Business Coaching & Speaking Services