Behavioral Health Consultant - Float

Children's Wisconsin; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a skilled behavioral health provider in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, to join our dedicated team. This role focuses on providing compassionate and effective mental health services to children and their families, utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach to care.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Social Work or a related field, along with an active clinical license in Wisconsin, and experience working with diverse pediatric populations.

This position offers a supportive work environment committed to the health and well-being of children.

Qualifications

• Requires Social Worker or relevant clinical license issued by Wisconsin.
• 2 years of post-licensure experience in pediatric mental health.
• Experience with diverse children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health services to children and families.
• Participate in a multi-disciplinary integrated care team.
• Conduct mental health risk assessments and evidence-based therapy.

Skills

Guiding behaviors reflecting values

Knowledge of pediatric developmental stages

Ability to assess patient data

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Our pediatricians and primary care offices offer parents a level of care that cannot be obtained at other places.

• Affiliation with the #4 children's hospital in the country (according to Parents magazine)
• Board-certified pediatricians (learn what it means to be 'board-certified')
• Many locations spread throughout southeast Wisconsin
• Commitment to population health and an increased role for pediatricians in the care of children
• Doctors who are very active in their local communities
• Access to many health and wellness programs designed to keep kids safe and healthy

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Visit https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children's Wisconsin.

Provides behavioral health services to patients and families who have acute chronic mental and behavioral health needs within their respective care setting. Using a Team Based Care Model, works as a core member of a multi-disciplinary integrated care team, which may include medical providers, social work, nurses, psychiatrists, and community partners among others. Typical activities may revolve around chronic health condition management, anticipatory guidance, early intervention for trauma and mental health concerns, and routine behavioral health screening. Provides mental health risk assessment and treatment, evidence-based therapy, safety planning, and medical provider and team consultation.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

• Social Worker, Clinical license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Marriage and Family Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Professional Counselor license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Psychologist license issued by the state of Wisconsin

Education

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Counseling or related field from an accredited program, plus 3,000 hours post Master’s experience, or PhD or PsyD from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited program.

Experience

• Requires 2 years post-licensure experience
• Licensed providers with 2 years of supervised experience working with children and families while obtaining 3,000 hours may be considered in lieu of 2 years-post licensure requirement
• Clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families of diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision.
• Understands the pediatric developmental stages and the impact of trauma on development.
• Flexible to ambiguity and unpredictability of patient presentations/needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development over the life span.
• Demonstrated ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, and interpret the appropriate information needed to provide the care needed.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Provides services in a setting where there is potential for exposure to blood and other high risk body fluids, chemotherapy agents, communicable disease and hazardous materials, chemicals, and waste.
• Travel and coverage between Children’s Wisconsin clinics and/or locations may be required.

Preferred Job Requirements

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

• Certification and/or experience in one or more evidence-based/informed therapeutic practices preferred.

Experience

• Two years of experience in a pediatric mental health or medical setting, including integrated health or crisis response is strongly preferred.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.