Behavioral Health Therapist - Inpatient, Substance Use

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist - Inpatient, Substance Use. This role collaborates with a multidisciplinary inpatient team to assess and diagnose SUD and mental health issues, and to arrange post-discharge treatment options.

You will provide brief interventions and coordinate referrals to community services. Qualified candidates hold a Master's in a behavioral health field and licensure upon hire (LCSW/LCPC/LMFT); BLS/CPR within 6 months is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health required.
• 2 years of experience providing evidence-based treatment for behavioral health diagnoses required.
• 5 years preferred.
• Licensed clinician upon hire required (LCSW/LCPC/LMFT).
• BLS/CPR within 6 months required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary inpatient team.
• Perform assessments to diagnose SUD and mental health issues.
• Recommend treatment options post-discharge.
• Provide brief interventions and coordinate community referrals.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical assessment

Brief intervention

Referral coordination

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Job description

Work Schedule:

90% FTE, days. The position will work four days/week (36 hours), Monday through Friday between 7:30am and 5pm. Specific days and hours are flexible. This position may be eligible for up to a $2700 sign-on bonus. You will work at 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI.

Pay:

• Pay range is based on a full-time (100%) position.
• This position may be eligible for a $2700 sign-on bonus.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist - Inpatient, Substance Use to:

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team in a dynamic, inpatient setting
• Perform assessments to diagnose and evaluate substance use disorder (SUD) and other mental health related issues
• Recommend treatment options post-discharge
• Provide brief interventions and arrange for and coordinate appropriate referral to services in the community.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or other behavioral health related field Required

Work Experience

• 2 years of experience providing evidence-based treatment for a variety of behavioral health diagnoses for children, adolescents, or adults Required
• 5 years of experience providing evidence-based treatment for a variety of behavioral health diagnoses for children, adolescents, or adults Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker Upon Hire Required or
• Licensed Professional Counselor Upon Hire Required or
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Upon Hire Required and
• Basic Life Support/CPR within 6 months Required and
• Substance Abuse Counselor Upon Hire Preferred or
• Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor Upon Hire Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.