Mental Health Therapist

North Central Health Care•Wausau, WI

68d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mental Health Therapist (Outpatient) provides evidence-based mental health and substance use assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy services to individuals, families, and groups in an outpatient setting. This role supports recovery, wellness, and stability by delivering person-centered, trauma-informed care while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and community partners to meet the needs of diverse populations.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, or a related human services field from an accredited institution
Current State of Wisconsin licensure as one of the following (no in-training licenses will be accepted): Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Psychologist
Demonstrated skill in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and adapt to change
Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license and maintain unrestricted driving privileges throughout employment and have use of a personal vehicle

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of outpatient mental health and/or substance use treatment experience

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk screenings using evidence-based tools and clinical judgment
Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized, person-centered treatment plans in collaboration with clients
Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy for clients with mental health and/or substance use disorders across the lifespan
Monitor client progress, adjust interventions as needed, and complete discharge planning and aftercare coordination
Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the electronic medical record, including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, billing entries, and summaries
Provide crisis intervention services as needed, including emergency response, mobile crisis support, or backup coverage
Coordinate care and collaborate with internal teams, schools, social services, medical providers, and community agencies
Provide consultation, education, and outreach to community partners and stakeholders
Participate in team meetings, case consultations, supervision, and required trainings
Maintain flexibility in scheduling, including in-office, community-based, and telehealth services, to meet client needs
Adhere to professional ethics, licensure requirements, confidentiality standards, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Complete required continuing education and training activities
Deliver services in compliance with applicable federal, state, and agency regulations
Ensure documentation meets clinical, regulatory, and billing standards
Perform other duties as assigned