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Behavioral Health Therapist - Substance Use

UW Health
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2026
Job Description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE. Monday through Friday, primarily day shifts with at least one evening shift. This is a hybrid position with an average of three days in person and two days working remotely from home.

Pay:

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

Be part of something remarkable

Behavioral Health Providers at UW Health promote well-being, healing, and recovery.

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist, Substance Use to:

  • Provide substance use, and mental health evidence-based treatments to adults and adolescents, with the ability to make dual diagnoses.
  • Perform assessments, treatment planning, ongoing individual and group therapy, care coordination, and complete related documentation.
  • Work with a highly skilled interdisciplinary team of physicians, therapists, and other professionals.
  • Provide a mix of telehealth (work from home) and in clinic care.

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 and
  • Substance Abuse Counselor Upon Hire Preferred or
  • Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor Upon Hire Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.



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