Behavioral Health Therapist

Juneau County•Wi 53948, WI

About The Position

This position provides mental health therapy and substance use disorder counseling to assigned Juneau County consumers. Juneau County has openings in both an outpatient setting and its CCS Program, which provides support in the community. Juneau County is an NHSC-approved site, and eligible candidates may qualify for NHSC student loan repayment programs for professionals serving underserved populations. The therapist conducts assessments and evaluations, formulates diagnoses and treatment options with clients, makes referrals, and documents care in accordance with professional, agency, insurance, state, and federal requirements. The position also includes crisis and risk assessment, intake and emergency services, case management, team-based care planning, community resource coordination, consultation and education, medication-compliance monitoring, and related reporting and billing. The role may involve after-hours crisis intervention and work with clients in office, community, and home settings.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
Wisconsin licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC.
Wisconsin licensure as an SAC or CSAC, or the ability to obtain the applicable licensure and ability to bill for AODA services within seven years of hire.
Successfully pass a caregiver and criminal background check.
May be required to obtain Intoxicated Driver Program training.
Knowledge of psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, pharmacology and psychopharmacology, therapy, and crisis intervention.
Knowledge of community and alternative-care resources; mental health and AODA assessment, diagnosis, and treatment; client rights, confidentiality, professional standards, and ethics.
Knowledge of applicable Wisconsin administrative codes, statutes, and rules, including ongoing procedural and form changes, and laws and policies affecting behavioral health services.
Knowledge of human development and behavior, family and group dynamics, mental, physical, and social dysfunctions, and cultural differences and the needs of minority groups.
Knowledge of medication-related dangers and precautions, and of treatment, assessment, and related medical services for clients in the assigned area.
Knowledge of computer software and systems appropriate to the position.
Ability to maintain accurate records, perform required mathematical calculations, define problems, exercise sound judgment, and respond successfully to varied situations.
Skill in active listening, nonjudgmental communication, safety planning, collaborative problem solving, organization, and time management.
Ability to prioritize a high volume of work, adapt to changing priorities, and produce quality work with minimal supervision.
Ability to follow County Personnel Handbook policies and practices, work allocated hours, and respond after hours if needed.

Nice To Haves

Additional Wisconsin SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC license.

Responsibilities

Provide mental health therapy and treatment, including individual, family, and group services through face-to-face contact, telephone, telehealth, and written correspondence.
Conduct mental health evaluations and assessments, gathering information about symptoms, psychiatric medications, prior treatment, and relevant history.
Formulate diagnoses, develop treatment options with clients, and make referrals to providers and community resources within and outside Juneau County.
Document assessments, treatment plans and reviews, referrals, discharge planning, and summaries in accordance with professional, agency, insurance, state, and federal guidelines.
Assess ongoing risk of harm to clients or others, develop crisis plans, and determine appropriate levels of care when necessary.
Complete suicide risk assessments, AUDIT, DAST, and other required psychometric testing for jail inmates.
Serve on the intake team, supporting initial screening, emergency services, crisis stabilization, referrals, and care planning with interdisciplinary teams.
Participate in CCS, CST, and CSP teams to develop treatment goals and plans based on assessments, evaluations, and agency guidelines.
Provide case management services to assigned clients.
Work with consumers referred for Intoxicated Driver Program services, as appropriate.
Provide consultation, collaboration, training, screening, psychoeducation, and group facilitation to agency divisions and the community.
Monitor medication compliance by observing administration and watching for side effects or signs of deterioration.
Teach clients about community resources and how to access needed services independently.
Advocate for clients and coordinate services and supports to meet treatment objectives without duplication and with effective use of staff time and resources.
Bill for allowable services and submit billing as directed.
Complete required state and insurance reporting forms and data collection on time.
Maintain timely, complete case records in the agency Electronic Health Record system and complete required assessments, reports, and related documentation.
Develop and maintain professional knowledge and skills to enhance programs and services.
Consult with supervisors, interdisciplinary teams, and legal counsel on case-specific matters as needed.
Facilitate treatment or other indicated services with client groups when needed.
May speak to community organizations to provide public education.
Participate in crisis intervention services as needed, potentially including after-hours services.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Interpret and apply insurance, federal, state, municipal, and Department rules, regulations, and policies.
Attend work regularly and punctually, behave professionally, foster positive working relationships, accept new responsibilities, and follow safe work practices and personal protective requirements.