At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. _
- Every child deserves a safe and loving home. When parents are unable to provide this on their own, intervention is needed to ensure these children are free of abuse and neglect. _
- We provide child well-being services to help children live in a safe and nurturing environment. We provide services to parents needing education and guidance to improve their parenting skills so their children can remain with them. We also provide services to children who are placed with foster families until they can return home or become part of an adoptive family. _
- Our experienced professionals provide the following services to families in Milwaukee County and at locations throughout Wisconsin. _
- _Foster Care _
- _Treatment Foster Care _
- _Adoption _
- _Respite Care _
- _Child Advocacy Centers _
- _Family Case Management _
- _Family Finding _
**Position Summary-**
The Child and Family Therapist II School-based (CFT II-SB) (or Mental Health Therapist School based) position is a critical component in the success of Children's Wisconsin's Mental and Behavioral Health's strategies of increasing Access, reducing Stigma, engaging in Early Detection, and Prevention and Education. Works as a core member of a multi-disciplinary, integrated care team that includes school psychologists, school counselors, social workers, teachers and other identified school and community partners. Typical activities include mental health condition management, individual, family and group therapy and treatment planning, anticipatory guidance, and early intervention for common childhood MBH concerns in one or more school based clinic settings. Uses trauma-informed, evidence-based and inclusive practices. Additional duties include consultation, education, and outreach to colleagues, trainees, family, and community members.
**Position Summary-**
- Master's Degree in Social Work or related field, plus 3000 hours post Master's experience or PhD or PsyD from an APA accredited program.
- Must have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Professional Counselor (LPC) from the State of Wisconsin and satisfy continuing education requirements.
- Preferred experience working with children and families in a school or integrated health care setting.
- Demonstrated ability to provide quality individual, group and family therapy using Evidence-Based Practices.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with caregivers, colleagues, medical staff, and community partners.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.