Description

We are seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE), Behavioral Health Therapist to join our team! This position is based at our upcoming Cumberland Clinic location. 

The purpose of a Behavioral Health Therapist is to assess, diagnose and treat patients using individual, family, couples and/or group counseling and informed, appropriate referrals in order to assist the patient in achieving mutually agreed upon goals, leading to a more satisfying, emotionally and socially healthy life. Successful treatment will empower the patient to go forward better equipped to face the many challenges of life. Behavioral Health Therapists counsel individuals, families, couples or groups regarding psychological or emotional problems such as stress, substance abuse, or family situations and develops and implements therapeutic treatment plan in a clinic setting by performing the following duties.

Behavioral Health Therapist duties include but are not limited to:

• Interviews clients to obtain information concerning medical history or other pertinent information.
• Observes client to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
• IF employee is trained and certified, selects and administers various tests such as psychological tests, personality inventories,
• and intelligence quotient tests, to identify behavioral or personality traits and intelligence levels, and records results.
• IF employee is trained and certified, reviews results of tests to evaluate client needs.
• Plans and administers therapeutic treatment such as behavior modification and stress management therapy to assist patient in controlling disorders and other problems.
• Changes method and degree of therapy when indicated by client reactions.
• Discusses progress toward therapeutic goals with client.
• Consults with medical doctor or other specialists concerning treatment plan and amends plan as directed.
• Conducts therapy sessions.
• Refers client to additional services to supplement treatment and counseling.
• Documents the visit in the EMR in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in behavioral health quality improvement programs.

Requirements

• Wisconsin license required
• Bachelors Degree plus a Master Degree in counseling.
• Ph.D or PsyD and/or LPC, LCSW, LMFT; Specific training/certifications may be required for certain types of therapy/assessment. Employees will not work outside of their scope of education and training.
• Ability to pass a Wisconsin Healthcare background check.
• CPR certification
• Wearing a mask is a requirement for all of our positions.

Preferred Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Electronic Health Record Systems Database software and Word Processing software.

Physical Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and use of a computer (70%)
• Standing/Walking (30%)
• Lifting requirements up to 25 lbs frequently, and 50 lbs occasionally
• Position is not eligible for remote work
• Potential exposure to airborne diseases: (100%)
• Potential risk of blood borne exposure: (100%)
• Some travel outside the clinic is involved using own transportation: (5%)

We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Competitive benefits include Health, Dental, 403B Retirement Savings Plan w/ employer match, HSA/Flexible spending accounts, and Employer-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
• Family-friendly, flexible work schedules - NO WEEKENDS!
• 9 Paid holidays including the Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and a Birthday holiday
• PLUS 6 weeks of PTO, with 1 full week of PTO available to use upon hire!
• NorthLakes Paid Leave Bank to help support your medical needs
• $3,000 annual continuing education benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Unique Wellness Benefits; including a generous Health & Wellness Reimbursement program, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) loan program, and Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Reimbursement
• License reimbursement
• Eligible for NHSC loan repayment program
• Employee Referral Program $$$

NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.