Behavioral Health Consultant - Therapist

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

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Consultant to provide essential mental health support to children and families facing diverse challenges. This role emphasizes teamwork within a multi-disciplinary care environment, and successful candidates will be responsible for delivering behavioral health services tailored to various needs.

The ideal applicant holds a relevant license and advanced degree, coupled with clinical experience. Children's Wisconsin is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Social Worker, Clinical license, Marriage and Family Therapist license, or Psychological license issued by Wisconsin.
• Master’s Degree plus 3,000 hours of experience or PhD/PsyD accredited.
• 2 years post-licensure experience or 2 years supervised experience working with children.
• Clinical experience with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health services to children and families.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary integrated care team.
• Complete mental health risk assessments and provide treatment.

Skills

Mental health risk assessment

Evidence-based therapy

Safety planning

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Job Title

Behavioral Health Consultant

Location

Various Locations (Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin)

Employment Type

Full‑time and Part‑time

Company

Children’s Wisconsin

About Us

At Children’s Wisconsin, we know that mental and emotional well‑being are just as important as physical health—especially for children and their families. Our Behavioral Health Consultants provide expert guidance and support to help young patients navigate life’s challenges. If you’re passionate about early intervention, family‑centered care, and making a lasting impact on children’s mental health, this role is for you.

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.

Job Description

Provides behavioral health services to patients and families who have acute or chronic mental and behavioral health needs within their respective care setting. Using a Team‑Based Care Model, the role works as a core member of a multi‑disciplinary integrated care team that may include medical providers, social workers, nurses, psychiatrists, and community partners. Typical activities may revolve around chronic health condition management, anticipatory guidance, early intervention for trauma and mental health concerns, and routine behavioral health screening.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mental health risk assessment and treatment, evidence‑based therapy, safety planning, and medical provider and team consultation.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a 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.
• 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.
• 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 the 2 years‑post‑licensure requirement.
• Clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.