Behavioral Health Consultant at Walk-In Clinic - Full or Part-time

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 (l earn what it means to be 'board-certified' ) Many locations spread throughout southeast Wisconsin Commitment to population 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 to keep 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: ** A fully licensed therapist is required for this position. Please note a Trainee or a candidate working towards their clinical licensure will not be considered.** This Behavioral Health Consultant position is housed in the Milwaukee Mental Health Walk-In Clinic, located on the Children’s Wisconsin Milwaukee campus. This clinic is the first of its kind in Wisconsin, and one of a few in the country. The clinic serves children and families with urgent mental health care needs. The clinic sees patients typically between the ages of 5-18 with a wide variety of urgent mental and behavioral health needs . --Our Behavioral Health Consultants serve in a multidisciplinary team to care for children and families with urgent mental health needs. --NO treatment plans or discharge planning. --In a nutshell, you come into the clinic, see families, document, and you are done! The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high acuity and crisis type patients, has a positive attitude, and able to make complex decisions while building collaborative relationships. Position Requirements 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. Must have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Professional Counselor (LPC) or Psychologist from the State of Wisconsin and satisfy continuing education requirements. Education and training in psychodiagnostic and therapeutic techniques in developmental psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, behavior modification and psychopathology. At least two (2) years behavioral health treatment experience with children and adolescents is required. At least two (2) years post-licensure is preferred. Clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families; and experience in a pediatric primary care, or other pediatric medical setting is strongly preferred. Understands the medical population-developmental stages and chronic health conditions. Has clinical knowledge of primary care or specialty care pediatrics. Experience working with children and families, diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and trauma history preferred. Requires a comprehensive understanding of all psychological procedures normally acquired during two years of experience in evaluating and treating children, adolescents, and families. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience working with Electronic Health Record preferred. We are currently seeking a full-time OR part-time (.5 FTE) Behavioral Health Consultant. Both positions are benefits eligible. For reference, the clinic patient facing hours are Monday through Friday 8am to 8pm and Saturdays and Sundays 12pm to 6:30pm . The clinic is closed on major holidays. 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.