Mental Health Clinician - Crisis Consult
part-time•Madison
About this role
Work Schedule:
80% FTE, Evenings. Hours are from 4:00 pm to 12:30 am Monday through Thursday. You will work at the University Hospital in Madison, WI.
Pay:
- Pay range is based on a full-time (100%) position.
- This position may be eligible for a $8000 sign-on bonus
Be part of something remarkable
Each person who enters the Emergency Department (ED) doors with a mental health crisis receives services meticulously tailored to their unique needs.
We are seeking a Mental Health Clinician to:
- Prioritize creating an environment where patients feel valued and understood.
- Provide diagnostic assessment and treatment to patients and their families presenting to the Emergency Department and on the inpatient units with mental health crisis/concerns.
- Empower patients’ choices and respect their autonomy by being transparent and engaging them in every step of their care.
- Work closely with the Emergency Department team in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Work closely with the Psychiatry Consult-Liaison and on-call Psychiatry teams on safety and admission-related decisions.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or other behavioral health related field Required
Work Experience
- 1 year of experience providing evidence-based treatments for a variety of mental health and behavioral diagnoses for children, adolescents, and adults Required
- 1 year of crisis management skills in hospital, clinic, or emergency department, crisis center counseling, Psychiatric Emergency Services, or Crisis Stabilization unit preferred Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Upon Hire Required or
- Licensed Professional Counselor Upon Hire Required or
- Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist Upon Hire Required and
- CPR/BLS certification Upon Hire Required
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
Other facts
Tech stack
Mental Health Assessment,Crisis Management,Patient Empowerment,Diagnostic Assessment,Treatment Planning,Collaboration,Behavioral Health,Evidence-Based Treatments,Family Support,Patient Autonomy,Emergency Department Experience,Psychiatric Services,Communication Skills,Teamwork,Crisis Counseling
About UW Health
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is a 471-bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Frequently cited in publications listing the nation's best health care providers, UW Hospital and Clinics is recognized as a national leader in fields such as cancer treatment, pediatrics, ophthalmology, surgical specialties and organ transplantation.
Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Website: http://www.uwhealth.org
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
What you'll do
- The Mental Health Clinician will provide diagnostic assessment and treatment to patients in crisis, ensuring they feel valued and understood. They will collaborate with the Emergency Department team and Psychiatry teams on safety and admission-related decisions.
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What does a Mental Health Clinician - Crisis Consult do at UW Health?
As a Mental Health Clinician - Crisis Consult at UW Health, you will: the Mental Health Clinician will provide diagnostic assessment and treatment to patients in crisis, ensuring they feel valued and understood. They will collaborate with the Emergency Department team and Psychiatry teams on safety and admission-related decisions..
Why join UW Health as a Mental Health Clinician - Crisis Consult?
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Is the Mental Health Clinician - Crisis Consult position at UW Health remote?
The Mental Health Clinician - Crisis Consult position at UW Health is based in Madison, Wisconsin, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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