Mental Health Therapist - multiple locations, FTE’s and schedules available

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc. is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Therapist in Milwaukee to provide therapeutic services to children and families. This role requires a Master's degree and licensure, emphasizing collaboration and trauma-informed care within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3000 hours post Master’s experience or current licensure.
• Preferred experience with diverse backgrounds and trauma.
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy in an outpatient setting.
• Engages families in treatment and recovery planning.
• Participates in initiatives related to Mental and Behavioral Health strategy.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Trauma-Informed Care

Evidence-Based Practices

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

PhD or PsyD from an APA accredited program

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

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Mental Health Therapist - multiple locations, FTE’s and schedules available

Apply locations Milwaukee, WI time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R10243

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 topopulation 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 tokeep 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.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

Position Summary-

The Mental Health Therapist is critical to the success of the Children’s Wisconsin’s Mental and Behavioral Health strategy by increasing Access, reducing Stigma, engaging in Early Detection, Prevention and Education. Provides individual, group, and family therapy to children and their families in an outpatient clinic setting, using evidence based/informed, trauma informed, and inclusive practices. Actively engages the child, their family, and caregivers in treatment and recovery planning. Provides consultation, education, and outreach to colleagues, trainees, and community. Participates in activities and initiatives related to the MBH strategy.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field, plus 3000 hours post Master’s experience or PhD or PsyD from an APA accredited program.
• Must have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Professional Counselor (LPC) from the State of Wisconsin and satisfy continuing education requirements.
• Preferred experience working with children and families, diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and trauma.
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality individual, group and family therapy using Evidence-Based Practices.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with caregivers, colleagues, medical staff, and community partners.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with Electronic Health Record preferred.
• Will consider therapists in training who have relevant experience and are working on their 3,000 hours towards licensure.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Child and adolescent mental health clinic and school conditions. Therapists may:
  • Be exposed to bodily fluids (e.g. tears, saliva, blood).
  • Encounter distressing patient stories/traumas that require individual and team resilience.
  • Need to crawl on floor or engage in play-type activities with children in therapy.
  • Need to verbally de-escalate upset children, adolescents, or adults.
• Must be able to work nights and occasional weekends.
• Some travel may be required.

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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