Behavioral Health Therapist or Behavioral Health Therapist - In Training - Outpatient Unit

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Marriage Family Therapy
• •In process of completing 3,000 hours of supervised clinical practice under the supervision of a supervisor
• •Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities
• •Monday - Friday (40 hours per week); variable schedule including some evenings
• •Knowledge of psycho-social assessments/diagnosis and appropriate courses of treatment
• •Knowledge of pharmacology/psychopharmacology
• •Knowledge of assessment & treatment planning
• •Knowledge of individual/group therapy and crisis intervention techniques
• •Knowledge of laws and regulations that affect the delivery of services provided by the Department
• •Knowledge of community resources, and alternative care resources
• •Working knowledge of mental health and AODA assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
• •Working knowledge of client rights, confidentiality, standards of practice, and ethics in mental health/AODA field
• •Working knowledge of applicable Wisconsin State Administrative Codes, including but not limited to, Chapters 34, 35, 36, 48, 51, 55, 63 and 75
• •Knowledge of human development and behavior, family and group dynamics, and mental, physical and social dysfunctions
• •Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural differences and special needs of various minority groups, and ability to consult with other staff regarding these
• •Ability and skill to relate to clients in stressful or crisis situations
• •General knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques
• •General knowledge of social casework techniques
• •Knowledge of social, economic, and health problems of basic human behavior and of available assistance and rehabilitative services and techniques
• •Knowledge of human service needs assessment methodologies
• •Knowledge of legal requirements including privacy, resident rights, confidentiality, and non-discrimination
• •Knowledge of goals, principles, and practices of human service programs, program administration, and program goals and their intended impacts
• •Knowledge of the County and Department's operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, State, and Federal regulations related to department programs and operations
• •Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures, and techniques for resolution of issues
• •Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations
• •Ability to develop, interpret, and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department-specific documents
• •Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner
• •Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations
• •Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations
• •Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority
• •Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision
• •Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations
• •Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software
• •Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications consistent for this position
• •Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position
• •Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in English in both written and verbal form
• •Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials
• •Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports
• •Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations
• •Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
• •Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully
• •Ability to maintain professionalism at all times
• •Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization
• •Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations
• •Occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force
• •Standard vision requirements
• •Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word
• •Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels
• •Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities
• •Frequent travel may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions, unsanitary conditions in homes, communicable illnesses and diseases and unsafe environments
• •May require dealing with persons who are hostile, aggressive, abusive or violent, posing threatening conditions
• •Work is performed in an office setting as well as clients' and service providers' homes, detention, treatment and residential facilities, schools, courts and work sites