Clinical Therapist, Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health - Full Time

OVERVIEW This position provides direct service to patients in a Behavioral Health Program area. Schedule : 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday Shift : Days Location : Mercyhealth Behavioral Health Clinic - Beloit, WI Pay Range : $30.59/hr - $50.33/hr; pay is based on licensure level ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Completes psychosocial assessments and treatment plans in cooperation with patient and multidisciplinary team. • Conducts a comprehensive assessment of the clinical needs of each patient prior to beginning individual, family or group therapy.Works collaboratively with the patient to develop a treatment plan addressing patient’s identified treatment goals. • Delivers behavioral health care in accordance with patient evaluation, treatment plan and within the scope of their license. • Works directly in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups, in consultation with Psychiatrist and or NP. • Provides crisis assessment and intervention. • Consults and coordinates care of patient with physician and or NP, therapists, and community agencies. • Provides appropriate discharge planning. • Refers patient or patient's family to other community resources. • Participates in clinical collaboration and or psychiatry supervision to discuss cases and determine appropriate course of treatment. • Maintains pertinent patient data and documentation in medical record in accordance with state, TJC and Mercyhealth system guidelines. • Attends required meetings or staffing as indicated by Program Manager. • Participates in performance improvement activities. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Complies with all Mercy Health System, State and JCAHO policies and regulations. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Master's degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology or other related field CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE Must possess all required certification and licensure per the state in which they will be practicing. Wisconsin: LCSW, LPC, or LMFT Illinois: LCSW, LCPC, LMFT TACT Level 2 CPR/BLS preferred LEVEL OF SUPERVISION May supervise student interns as assigned. Requires a high level of independent judgment. The position has the potential for substantial latitude and independent action. SUPERVISES Supervised by the Clinical Supervisor, Psychiatry staff members and/or Program Supervisor Manager. PAY RANGE: $30.59 - $50.33 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical, Dental, Vision • Life & Disability Insurance • FSA/HSA Options • Generous, accruing paid time off • Paid Parental and caregiver leave • Career advancement and educational opportunities • Tuition and certification reimbursement • Certification Reimbursement • Well-being Programs • Employee Discounts • On-Demand Pay • Financial Education • Annual recognition/awards events • Partner appreciation days • Family entertainment/attractions discount • Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: • #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women