Children's Wisconsin·Delafield, Wisconsin
Provide behavioral health services and evidence-based therapy to pediatric patients and families within an integrated care team. Conduct mental health screenings, risk assessments, and coordinate care with schools and community partners.
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 [http://www.chw.org/about/awards-and-recognition/2013-4-in-the-nation-by-parents-magazine/] (according to Parents magazine)
Board-certified pediatricians (learn what it means to be 'board-certified' [http://www.certificationmatters.org/about-board-certified-doctors/about-board-certification.aspx])
Many locations [http://www.chw.org/location-directory/search-results/?loctype=primary+care] spread throughout southeast Wisconsin
Commitment to population health [http://www.chw.org/childrens-and-the-community/healthy-kids-healthy-communities/] 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 [http://www.chw.org/childrens-and-the-community/]
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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Job Summary 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.
Essential Functions - Provides care appropriate to the age and presenting concerns of the patients served. - Meets a large variety of unique needs presenting in the clinical setting by conducting mental and behavioral health screenings, risk assessments, and evaluations to determine need for further diagnostic assessment, behavioral health services, and safety planning. - Provides evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions and goal-directed therapy to patients and families, and consultation to providers in the clinical setting. - Provides consultative and educational support to the care team and the multi-disciplinary partners regarding interventions, diagnoses, and treatment; participates in the creation of an integrated, individualized plan of care; increases the care team’s knowledge of the BHC’s role and services and community-based behavioral health services and programs. - Arranges for higher levels of care when indicated; makes referrals for individual, group and family therapy when longer-term care is required.
May provide group therapy and/or caregiver support groups as requested by team or leader. - Tracks program data; maintains up to date documentation in the electronic medical record; meets department benchmarks for productivity; complies with all billing and coding practices. - Provides culturally responsive care to a diverse population and evolves the practice to meet the changing needs of patients, families, the community, and the care setting.
May develop or update educational materials that are culturally and developmentally appropriate. - Coordinates with schools and community partners for continuity of care. - May lead projects or project components or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives. - Acts as a resource for learners and colleagues with less experience.
May onboard and train new BHCs and learners.
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.
Requires a Master's or Terminal degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology with a valid Wisconsin state license. Candidates must have clinical experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Wisconsin are typically in steady demand because employers need licensed professionals who can support patients across healthcare and social-service settings. This role is competitive because it requires a current Social Worker license, at least two years of experience, and a Bachelor’s in Social Work, with a Master’s preferred; the listed benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) matching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits carefully on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure and experience match before applying.