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Mental Health Professional - CCS

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Location
MILWAUKEE, WI
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

LPC Or LCSW LicensureMaster's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Mental Health Professional - CCS oversees clinical and operational activities for a community-based mental health program. The role includes screening referrals, completing assessments and documentation, supervising and supporting staff, monitoring quality and billing compliance, and coordinating with Milwaukee County and community partners. The position also promotes evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care across the program.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Clinical KnowledgeClinical CommunicationAssessmentInterviewingSupervisionCrisis ResponseMental HealthSubstance UseCo-Occurring NeedsStaff SupportTime ManagementPrioritizationMultitaskingEthical ConductCultural SensitivityTrauma-Informed CareEvidence-Based Practices

Qualifications

Master's in Behavioral Science or Related FieldLPC or LCSW LicensureSupervisory ExperienceMilwaukee County Behavioral Health FamiliarityCriminal and Caregiver Background ChecksDriver's Record CheckDrug ScreenValid Driver's LicenseAutomobile and Sufficient Insurance

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Screen new referrals and complete intakes, including initial assessments, recovery plans, and PPS/NOMS documentation. Supervise and support care coordinators or intake coordinators; ensure timely and accurate data entry into Avatar. Oversee CCS discharges in coordination with Milwaukee County, ensuring compliance with DHS 36. Provide clinical supervision and management to CCS staff through team meetings, individual supervision, and side-by-side support. Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and training new staff to ensure adequate program staffing; support orientation and ongoing professional development. Complete annual evaluations and identify staff training needs; coordinate with management to implement training. Provider support during crisis situations and offer staff coverage as needed. Monitor and ensure timely completion of staff timesheets and required documentation. Maintain quality assurance processes to ensure clinical best practices and billing compliance. Monitor documentation, including RPOCs, SARJs, and PPS/NOMS; report delays to Program Manager. Conduct monthly chart audits with the Program Manager and assist staff in correcting mid-cycle, 6-month, and annual reviews before submission to CARS. Accurately document persons served and team contacts in accordance with agency standards. Participate in program planning, policy compliance, and accountability measures in collaboration with the Program Manager. Advise management on program operations and represent the agency at County initiatives, provider meetings, and community events. Attend CCS meetings at Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services and other required provider events. Serve as a leader in promoting evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care across the program. Job Qualifications: Required Qualifications Master's degree in a behavioral science or related field: Psychology, Educational Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, etc. Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Supervisory experience preferred. Familiarity with Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services preferred. Meet all WCS and contractor requirements for criminal and caregiver background checks, driver's record, and drug screen. Valid driver's license, automobile, and sufficient insurance to meet agency requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong clinical knowledge and the ability to communicate clinical concepts clearly. Skilled in assessment, interviewing, supervision, and crisis response. Strong understanding of mental health, substance use and/or co-occurring needs, including their impact on individuals and families. Ability to support staff through complex situations and promote a positive team environment. Effectively use time and resources to maintain high quality CCS service delivery. Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a dynamic work environment. Demonstrate commitment to the agency's mission and values. Conduct self ethically and professionally in all interactions. Maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with staff, individuals served, and external partners. Adhere to agency and Leadership Code of Conduct, Core Values, and all relevant policies and procedures and funding source requirements. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness of ethnic, gender, and disability-related issues. Wisconsin Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/MklP71?rf=DCICONSULT

How this job compares

Set against the 640 open Mental Health Professional jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$60–80K/yr322 salary ranges
  • US median$40–49/hr140 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 640 open Mental Health Professional jobs across the US. 33% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Mental Health Professional postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (148 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a master's degree; 385 of the 640 open Mental Health Professional jobs (60%) ask for a master's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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