Behavioral Health Specialist - Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program

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Emplify Health by Gundersen Health System is seeking a 1.0 FTE Behavioral Health Specialist for our Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program. The Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program is a structured outpatient mental health treatment designed for adolescents who need more intensive care than traditional outpatient therapy can provide, but do not require full-time inpatient hospitalization.

What you will work:  

• This position is full-time (40 hours/week) working primarily day shifts Monday – Friday

• Location: Onalaska

What you will do:   

• As the Behavioral Specialist in the Adolescent PHP Program, you will work closely with adolescents as you support the team in providing a therapeutic and meaningful learning environment for teens who are struggling.

• Responsibilities will include: supporting the adolescents throughout the day, helping with scheduling and coordination of programming needs, as well as developing a trusting rapport with the teens.

• This individual will need to have good time management and communication skills; some experience working with adolescents and has an appreciation for a team approach.

What you will get:  

• Starting pay is $22.90/ hour + more for experience!

• A work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

• Comprehensive & Generous Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member 

• Substantial Retirement Contribution (401k & Base Contribution)

• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need

• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and the Career Development Center

• Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States

What you will need:  

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Psychology or Sociology or a related human service field

• 1 year experience working in human services field or health care setting

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

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