Behavioral Health Therapist - Ambulatory Psychiatry (Children/Adolescents)

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, days.

You may be eligible for up to a $3,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

This is a hybrid position.

When in person you will work at 5249 E Terrace Dr, Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Working as an independent healthcare provider, you'll play an integral role in our care teams by providing high-quality, cost-effective care to patients while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health team.

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist to:


* Evaluate patients presenting with a wide range of mental health concerns and diagnoses.


* Collaborate with patients on individualized treatment plans with specific goals and outcomes.


* Coordinate patient care with primary care, other specialty providers, and families via written and verbal communication.


* Provide psychotherapy, utilizing multiple modalities and methods consistent with evidence-based practice, including specific and focused treatment protocols, when appropriate.


* Utilize progress monitoring and outcome measurement tools to assess benefits of psychotherapy and change the treatment plan, if necessary.

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.


* 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

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