Clinical Therapist - SBMH

Wellpoint Care Network•Milwaukee, WI

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Wellpoint Care Network, the mission is to facilitate equity, learning, healing, and wellness by restoring the connections that help children and families thrive. Every person deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential, and Wellpoint Care Network believes in creating a world where children and families have a clearer path to their fullest potential, having championed the restoration of families for nearly 175 years. The Clinical Therapist - School Based Mental Health will provide strength-based, trauma-informed community-based services in the home, school, and/or at Wellpoint partner locations throughout Greater Milwaukee and the surrounding area. This role is an integral part of the service team, providing psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and supportive collateral services to youth and families in their school or community setting.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent, LCSW or LPC required.
Must be honest, dependable, and able to meet deadlines; Self-motivated and able to work independently.
A valid Wisconsin Driver’s License or occupational driver’s license, reliable transportation and insurance is required.
Required reliable transportation to conduct on-site learning throughout the state.
Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills, detail oriented, highly effective verbal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrate an ability to effectively understand and practice cultural humility and ability to work and communicate respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Proficient in the usage of computer software; demonstrate an understanding of computer file systems and databases, e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Teams, ADP, etc.
Physical exam, drug screen, motor vehicle report, and background checks are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Two years post masters experience providing individual, child, group and family therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides effective clinical services to caseload of clients through the school-based clinic branch.
Individual, family and group therapy, which facilitate maintenance of clients in his/her home school district.
Develops and effectively implements treatment plans in conjunction with the client, his/her parent(s), and school personnel.
Assists families in crisis resolution and de-escalation through developing appropriate crisis plan.
Provides timely and thorough assessments that purchasers, participants, families, and team members’ view as helpful in guiding the treatment process.
Provides individualized and specific recommendations.
Builds positive relationships with schools, county, and community contacts.
Networks appropriately to maintain referral relationships.
Develops innovative interventions and assists in implementation.
Develops a network of community support and resources and connects clients with these resources as appropriate.
Facilitates client access to community resources and makes referrals as needed.
Engages both formal and natural supports to create a comprehensive system of support as needed.
Provides in-classroom support.
Coordinates with teachers and school counselors to develop and facilitate classroom support.
Networks appropriately within a school build relationship with people in diverse roles.
Develops innovative classroom interventions and assists schools in implementation.
Facilitates access to community resources for families.
Demonstrates commitment to continuous quality improvement of the program and Agency.
Networks appropriately to create a visible presence to maintain reputation as a high-quality service.
All employees will be evaluated on their demonstration of a consistent commitment to the Agency’s Seven Essential Ingredients, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and engagement in the strategic initiatives of the organization.
Participates in assigned meetings, events and learning as required.
Other duties as assigned including serving in a coverage role for other department members.