Behavioral Health Consultant - North

Children's Wisconsin

Mequon (WI)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Mequon is looking for a Behavioral Health Consultant. This role involves providing mental health services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and working directly with children and families. Candidates must have a relevant master's degree and Wisconsin licensure. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, apply now.

Qualifications

Licensed in Wisconsin as a Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Counselor, or Psychologist.
2 years of post-licensure clinical experience required.
Experience working with diverse populations emphasized.

Responsibilities

Provide mental health risk assessment and treatment.
Conduct evidence-based therapy and safety planning.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Behavioral health treatment

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

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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.

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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, OR Marriage and Family Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin, OR Professional Counselor license issued by the state of Wisconsin, OR 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 3000 hours post Master’s experience, or PhD or PsyD from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited program.

Experience

Requires 2 years post-licensure experience

OR 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.

Education

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.

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