Mental Health Provider, Access Specialist (LCSW)

Universities of Wisconsin • Madison, WI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Mental Health Leadership Team Member, the Mental Health Provider, Access, will provide mental health services in an integrated health care agency serving UW-Madison students across identities and programs. This role involves direct service, including access appointments, risk assessment, service evaluation, and brief interventions, as well as care management and referrals to community resources. Administrative duties include maintaining accurate documentation, participating in multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to program development. This position is one of three postings for the same vacancy, allowing consideration for candidates with different credentials (Psychologist, Counselor, Social Worker). Licensure is a key requirement for advancement in the hiring process.

Requirements

• 1 or more years in a mental health setting
• LCSW - State Licensure required.
• Must be independently licensed in the State of Wisconsin.
• If APSW, must complete hours requirements for licensure within 1 year of hire.
• Must complete all licensure requirements for independent practice within 15 months of hire, with verification of submission of all licensure materials to DSPS.
• If you are an APSW, you must have completed 1000 qualifying hours.
• Master's degree in social work or other related mental health field.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years in a mental health setting
• Demonstrated ability to provide brief assessment, care management, risk assessment/safety planning, and advocacy for clients
• Experience identifying resources within in-network and out-of-network insurance plans
• Demonstrated skill in working well under time pressure to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Experience as a collaborator on a multidisciplinary team
• Administrative and technological skills required to effectively document in an Electronic Health Record

Responsibilities

• Provide access appointments over the phone and in person for students seeking services, including risk assessment, service evaluation, and collaborative decision making.
• Facilitate the referral of students from UHS to mental health care and resources in the community, as clinically indicated.
• Provide care management for students, including those involved in other UHS services.
• Consult with UHS staff regarding resources and community referrals.
• Assist students in understanding their insurance benefits or connecting them to insurance resources.
• Assist students in obtaining access to resources including food, housing, and financial supports.
• Provide follow up, support, and advocacy as needed to students who have been referred to the community.
• Provide other services such as individual, couples, and/or group therapy; on-call; or other clinical services to meet agency need.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all clinical interactions and consultations.
• Serve as needed on multidisciplinary teams within UHS and on the campus.
• Be involved in the development and implementation of programs and services related to access/triage and care management for students.
• Collaborate with providers and staff in UHS units and with campus partners.
• Follow agency policies and procedures consistent with state mental health statutes, ethical guidelines, best practices, HIPAA, and FERPA.
• Attend staff, and workgroup meetings.
• Attend Mental Health sponsored professional development activities.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Provide expertise, training, and guidance to the community, peers, and/or students.
• Recommend appropriate individual and family treatment plans according to departmental guidelines and standards.
• Update case records in accordance with agency and departmental guidelines and policies.
• Facilitate interventions according to treatment plans and organizational policies.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling resources and programs.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Provide referrals to establish coordinated treatment with community and state agencies.
• Evaluate and assess difficulties in psychosocial functioning in clients.
• Develop and implement specialized intervention plans to support the needs of clients.
• Perform social, emotional, and environmental evaluations.
• Provide psychotherapy services to clients under general supervision.
• Participate in treatment programs alongside an interdisciplinary team to diagnose or enhance social functioning of clients.

Benefits

• generous vacation
• holidays
• sick leave
• competitive insurance
• savings accounts
• retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

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