Position Description:
Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way—with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW).
Purpose
In the role of Social Worker II you will provide psychotherapy in the treatment of persons with mental health concerns, and participate as a member of an academic setting multidisciplinary team serving a diverse population.
Primary Functions
- Provide clinical services within a State of Wisconsin certified outpatient mental health and AODA outpatient clinic including individual, couples, family and/or group psychotherapy for adults with a diverse range of mental health concerns.
- Provide supportive counseling to a variety of Medical College of Wisconsin students including Medical, Pharmacy and Graduate Students.
- Triage of emergent situations, phone conversations, and the ability to negotiate healthcare and social service systems.
- Complete intake assessments and develop appropriate service plans. Document in an electronical medical record (EPIC), along with being flexible and adaptable to ongoing electronic record keeping updates.
- Interface with clinical faculty and staff to include referral coordinators, psychotherapists, physicians, psychiatry and psychology residents, nurses, interns and support staff. Provide diagnostic consultation; maintain and participate in Quality Assurance activities.
- Complete documentation requirements for all services provided and participate in clinical supervision/consultation in compliance with all county, state and federal rules.
Knowledge – Skills – Abilities
Knowledge of both psychiatric and substance abuse principles and skills regarding diagnosis and treatment. Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Clinical versatility providing individual, couples and group counseling to a broad array of clients with diverse needs. Ability to respond to clinical and administrative emergencies. Education and experience in psychotherapy in an outpatient mental health setting.
Preferred Schedule:
M-F
Position Requirements:
Specifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or other Mental Health related field.
- Minimum 3000 post-graduate supervised hours and experience in an outpatient setting.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (State of Wisconsin), Licensed Professional Counselor (State of Wisconsin) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (State of Wisconsin) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three years of full-time experience as an outpatient psychotherapist, or the equivalent thereof.
- Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) an asset.
- DBT and substance abuse knowledge and/or experience.
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Why MCW?
- Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
- 403B Retirement Package
- Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
- Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers
For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits
Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion .
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MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
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