Behavioral Health Consultant - Therapist

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

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant to provide critical mental health services to children and families coping with various challenges.

The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, conducting assessments, and delivering evidence-based therapies. Candidates must be licensed in Wisconsin with relevant educational qualifications and experience.

This position plays a vital role in enriching children's mental health with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the state of Wisconsin as a Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Counselor, or Psychologist.
• Requires 2 years post-licensure experience or equivalent supervised experience.
• Clinical experience with diverse populations is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health risk assessment and treatment.
• Conduct evidence-based therapy and safety planning.
• Consult with medical providers as part of the care team.

Skills

Licensed as a Social Worker

Master’s Degree in a related field

Clinical experience with children and families

Education

Master’s Degree or PhD/PsyD from an accredited program

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.