Mental Health Specialist - Milwaukee - La Causa, Inc.

    La Causa, Inc.
    La Causa, Inc. Milwaukee

    4 days ago

    Description

    Job Description

    Mental Health Advisor

    Job Details

    Job Type

    Full-time

    Milwaukee, WI
    • Social Services

    Description

    Mental Health Advisor – Adult Services

    Milwaukee, WI · Social Services

    La Causa Social Services is dedicated to supporting adults with mental health and substance use challenges through compassionate, client-centered care. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mental Health Advisor to provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to our Adult Services staff and consumers.

    As a Mental Health Advisor, you will work closely with Adult Services staff, consumers, and program leadership to ensure high-quality service delivery, professional development, and positive outcomes for the community we serve.

    Why Join La Causa, Inc.?

    Meaningful work supporting adults with mental health needs. Collaborate with a team of dedicated mental health professionals. Professional development and training opportunities. Potential for career advancement within the organization. Competitive benefits and paid leave.

    Your Role:

    As a Mental Health Advisor, you will provide clinical supervision, staff support, and consumer intervention while helping to maintain program quality and compliance. You will serve as a key member of the Adult Services team, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and positive outcomes.

    What You'll Do:

    • Supervise, evaluate, and clinically train/develop staff in the select Adult Services programs and work closely with the Division leadership to manage personnel duties.
    • Provide clinical supervision and support for staff cases, including reviewing documentation such as SARJs, RPOCs, and Crisis Plans.
    • Assist staff in crisis interventions and home visits, providing clinical feedback and support to consumers as needed.
    • Support staff with community resource recommendations, professional development, and training on mental health needs.
    • Provide psychotherapy services for a caseload of clients, the size of which will be determined based on program need.
    • Support the needs of the Third Shift Crisis Mobile program (Provide monthly supervision to contracted clinicians, approve notes as needed,
    • Serve as a liaison for the organization and programs with stakeholders, including Milwaukee County.
    • Complete and submit required documentation by deadlines. Maintain effective communication, collaboration, and cooperation with all stakeholders.
    • Follow all duties as a mandated reporter. Attend meetings and professional development activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

    What We are looking for:

    • Master's degree in social work, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited school.
    • Valid Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
    • Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with mental health and/or substance use.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for diverse audiences.
    • Bilingual in Spanish and English (preferred).
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Positive, collaborative, and professional disposition; "people person" with strong interpersonal skills.
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
    • Must successfully pass all required pre-employment screenings, including a drug screen.
    • Valid Wisconsin driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance meeting La Causa driving standards.

    Work Environment:

    • Work is generally performed in an office setting with minimal, infrequent local travel.
    • This role offers a supportive and balanced schedule with no weekend shifts and limited evening hours, carefully determined by the needs of the families we serve.

    Physical Demands:

    • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
    • The employee is regularly required to drive, stand, sit, reach, stoop, bend, and walk.

    About La Causa, Inc.

    Founded in 1972, La Causa, Inc. is one of Wisconsin's largest bilingual, multicultural agencies. Our mission is to provide adults, youth, and families with quality, comprehensive services that nurture healthy family life and enhance community stability. Our Social Services division includes Adult Services, Youth Services, and Crisis Programs. At La Causa, Inc., our dedicated staff welcomes all into Familia La Causa and serves the Milwaukee community with care, compassion, and professionalism.

    Learn more at

    Apply on our Website Careers: Join Our Purpose & Support the Community - La Causa

    or reach out to our internal recruiter Wendy and

    Join Our Team—Apply Today

    Empower adults and create lasting positive impact.

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