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HOD Behavioral Health Clinician

Advocate Health · Wauwatosa, WI · $28.55–$42.85 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 4, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you worked with a guardian or community agency to support a patient.

What they are checking: Whether they can coordinate with outside resources, which the posting lists as part of the role.

Tell me about a time a family session got tense. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage conflict and keep the session focused on the patient's goals.

What license do you hold, and how do you use supervision or peer consultation?

What they are checking: Whether they are properly licensed and use consultation for difficult cases.

What would you do

Walk me through how you'd run a group session in an intensive outpatient program when you're filling in for the usual clinician.

What they are checking: Whether they can step into an established group and keep it safe and productive.

A patient in group says something that suggests they may be thinking about suicide. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can respond calmly, assess risk and follow safety protocols right away.

This is a zero-assigned role with at least 8 hours per pay period. How do you stay connected to patients and the team?

What they are checking: Whether they can provide continuity of care in a flexible coverage role.

About the work

How do you assess a new patient's needs and level of functioning in IOP?

What they are checking: Whether they can do a thorough assessment that guides the right level of care.

What therapy approaches do you use most, like CBT or DBT, and how do you choose?

What they are checking: Whether they can match treatment methods to the patient's diagnosis and needs.

How do you write a treatment plan that's specific and measurable?

What they are checking: Whether they can create plans that guide treatment and meet documentation standards.

How do you plan a discharge from IOP so the patient has support afterward?

What they are checking: Whether they plan transitions carefully to reduce relapse and readmission.

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 36617 Aurora Psychiatric Hospital - Mental Health: Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: This zero-assigned Behavioral Health Clinician position will provide flexible support for programming needs and PTO coverage. The position does not have a set weekly schedule; hours will be scheduled as needed Monday–Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Candidates must be able to commit to a minimum of 8 hours per pay period Pay Range: $28.55 - $42.85 Essential Functions • Utilizes resources to meet patient care needs by collaborating with appropriate guardians and community agencies. • Assesses patients' problems, needs, and level of functioning. • Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age, and clinical presentation. • Provides various treatment modalities and theoretical applications based on current clinical standards. • Assists individual, groups, and families through the counseling relationship; evaluates and treats mental disorders and other conditions through the use of a combination of psychotherapeutic techniques and human development principles. • Establishes and conducts appropriate interventions/treatment. Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process. • Provides patient care according to established policies/procedures and professional standards of care. • Designs, plans, and implements effective patient education. • Develops, implements, and evaluates patient care according to identified needs and manager clients in crisis. • Provides accurate and consistent documentation of patient care/response in the medical record. • Presents cases in clinical team meetings in a clear, concise, and clinically relevant manner. • Completes all documentation within facility-established timeframes. Coordinates discharge planning and plan of care with next provider. Physical Requirements Requires extensive walking throughout the facility. Prolonged periods of sitting reviewing medical records and completing documentation. Repetitive wrist motion and occasional lifting of 10-20 pounds. Requires verbal and written communication in English. Intact sight and hearing with or without assistive devices is required. Education, Experience and Certifications Master's Degree in a relevant human services field such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited school of graduate education required. Must be issued an associate licensure and/or certification from the appropriate governing board in the state in which one works within 6 months of employment. Successful completion of CPI and CPR training required within 90 days of hire. Clinical experience preferred. Case management experience with the Serious and Persistent Mental Illness population and/or experience working with substance abuse preferred. Must have good therapeutic communication skills. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.