Mental Health Clinician - Days

ThedaCare • Midway, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Clinician (Licensed) provides evaluation and treatment services for primarily adult patients, including individual, family, and group therapy, within the scope of practice for a Wisconsin professional counselor. The clinician uses evidence-based practices to support mental health diagnoses and anticipated patient outcomes. Work is based at ThedaCare Behavioral Health - Midway in Menasha, Wisconsin, in a climate-controlled office setting with daily movement throughout the facility and interaction with department members and other healthcare providers. The schedule is Monday through Friday on days, with one evening per week, typically until 7 p.m. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week and is overtime exempt.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in mental health or counseling.
• Current Wisconsin license as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Obtain Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patients’ status and the effectiveness of mental health care using appropriate tools, including the DSM-5 when applicable; diagnose when necessary and create individualized plans of care that account for cultural diversity and special needs.
• Continually assess patient progress and provide interventions and strategies to support the mental health diagnosis.
• Prepare and maintain treatment records, reports, and other clinical information accurately and on time using current technology and in accordance with regulatory requirements and department procedures.
• Collaborate with patients and others to develop comprehensive treatment plans that address patient needs, desired outcomes, and the agreed plan of care.
• Develop treatment plans and objectives with patients and, as appropriate, their families, based on patient needs and goals.
• Anticipate and intervene in matters of patient safety and symptom reduction.
• Participate actively in a team environment to accomplish assignments and achieve goals.
• Coordinate referral options and connect patients with treatment providers.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinicians and referral agencies.
• Provide education and mentoring to students, interns, residents, observers, and volunteers.
• As directed by a clinical supervisor, provide peer-to-peer review, clinical collaboration, chart auditing, coaching, and mentoring to support team member development.

Benefits

• Lifestyle and wellness resources, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability resources, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.
• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.
• Excellent compensation and benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level