Behavioral Health Therapist

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee
• Department: Behavioral Health
• Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time

• Assess comprehensive patient needs and psychosocial status to establish a strong, empathetic foundation for individual care.
• Develop and deliver personalized psychotherapy, group, and family therapy sessions, ensuring individualized treatment goals are successfully met.
• Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary healthcare teams in patient care conferences to align treatment plans and optimize care outcomes.
• Document all patient interactions, clinical consultations, and supportive services meticulously to maintain accurate, compliant records and ensure continuity of care.
• Supervise and mentor interns and assigned clinical staff to foster professional growth and uphold high standards of departmental excellence.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Clinical Counselor obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Counselor obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Psychologist obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Social Worker obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Therapist obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Master's degree required.

Work Experience

• None required.

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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