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Behavioral Health Specialist - Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program

Gundersen Health System

Onalaska, WIFull-timePosted Aug 5, 2026

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 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

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 I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.

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