Social Worker II - Pediatric Psychology & Developmental Medicine

About the role

To provide direct clinical services necessary for the care and wellbeing of children and families experiencing developmental and mental and behavioral health issues. To participate as a member of an academic multidisciplinary team serving children ages 1-26 and their caregivers . Primary Responsibilities Provide clinical services within the Center for Child Development outpatient clinic including diagnostic evaluations and individual, family or group psychotherapy for children and families with a diverse range of developmental and mental and behavioral health issues. Triage of emergent situations, phone consultations , and the ability to negotiate healthcare and social service systems. Complete intake assessments and develop appropriate service plans. Maintain patient records with complete, accurate , and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EPIC). Interface with clinical faculty and staff to include psychologists, MD's, residents, therapists, nurses, interns and support staff. Communicates and closely partners with each child 's established care team including parents/caregivers, school personnel, health care providers, and other identified individuals/teams. Provide diagnostic consultation; maintain and participate in Quality Assurance activities. Adhere to documentation requirements for all services provided and participate in clinical supervision/ consultation in compliance with all county , state and federal rules. Provide safety planning and care coordination after positive suicide screens and serve as an on-site safety resource . A ddress issues such as transition to adulthood, ABA and other therapy services coordination, serv e as a liaison with school staff and other services , and assist with financial, housing, transportation and other concerns. Assist families with further understand ing diagnoses and implementing care plans by connecting with community supports and troubleshooting issues they may encounter . Other duties as assigned. Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Knowledge of psychological principles and skills regarding diagnosis and treatment. Ability to provide individual, group and family psychotherapy. Ability to function in an interdisciplinary team. Sociocultural sensitivity. Ability to respond to clinical and administrative emergencies. Education and/or experience in outpatient interventions in an outpatient mental health setting.

Requirements

• Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
• Minimum Required Education: Master's Degree in Social Work , Counseling or other Mental Health-related field.
• Minimum Required Experience: Minimum 3000 post-graduate supervised hours and experience in an outpatient setting
• Preferred Experience: Preferred experience working with children and families with diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, and trauma.
• Preferred Certification / Licensure (s): Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Physical Requirements
• Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
• Work Environment
• Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
• Sensory Acuity
• Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required . Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
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• 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
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• 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 brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview
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