Clinical Therapist - SBMH

Wellpoint Care Network•Milwaukee, WI

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wellpoint Care Network’s Clinical Therapist - School Based Mental Health provides strength-based, trauma-informed community services to youth and families in schools, homes, and Wellpoint partner locations throughout Greater Milwaukee and the surrounding area. As an integral member of the service team, the therapist delivers psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and supportive collateral services in school and community settings. The role includes direct therapy, consultation and support, community collaboration, classroom support, and engagement in agency initiatives and learning.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, clinical counseling, marriage and family therapy, art therapy, or a similar field.
LPC-IT, LMFT-IT, APSW, or ATR-P credential.
Honesty, dependability, ability to meet deadlines, self-motivation, and ability to work independently.
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license or occupational driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
Reliable transportation to conduct on-site learning throughout the state.
Critical-thinking skills, attention to detail, and highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to understand and practice cultural humility and communicate and work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
Proficiency with computer software and understanding of computer file systems and databases, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and ADP.
Completion of a physical exam, drug screen, motor vehicle report, and background checks.
Ability to manage multiple tasks amid frequent interruptions and travel regularly in a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

LPC, LMFT, LCSW, or ATR credential.
Two years of post-master’s experience providing individual, child, group, and family therapy.

Responsibilities

Provide effective clinical services to a caseload of clients through the school-based clinic branch.
Deliver individual, family, and group therapy to help clients remain in their home school districts.
Develop and implement treatment plans in conjunction with clients, parents, and school personnel.
Assist families with crisis resolution and de-escalation by developing appropriate crisis plans.
Provide timely and thorough assessments that help guide treatment.
Provide individualized and specific recommendations.
Build positive relationships with schools, county, and community contacts, and maintain referral relationships through appropriate networking.
Develop innovative interventions and assist with their implementation.
Develop a network of community supports and resources, connect clients with resources, and make referrals as needed.
Engage formal and natural supports to create a comprehensive support system when needed.
Provide in-classroom support.
Coordinate with teachers and school counselors to develop and facilitate classroom support.
Build relationships with people in diverse roles within schools and develop classroom interventions to assist schools with implementation.
Facilitate families’ access to community resources.
Contribute to continuous quality improvement and maintain a visible presence that supports the agency’s reputation for high-quality services.
Participate in assigned meetings, events, and learning activities, as well as committees and workgroups and the organization’s strategic initiatives.
Serve in a coverage role for other department members and perform other assigned duties.