Behavioral Health Therapist/Clinical Psychologist
Listed compensation
$69k-$153k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Work Schedule: 80% FTE, days. You will work at 2275 Deming Way, Middleton, WI. The position could potentially work at 5249 E Terrace in Madison, WI, if preferred. This is a hybrid position. You will work in person a minimum of three days per week.
Pay
- The pay range listed reflects both titles and is based on a 1.0 FTE.
- This position may be eligible for a $2,400 sign-on bonus.
Be Part of Something Remarkable
Working as an independent healthcare provider, you'll play an integral role in our care teams by providing high-quality, cost-effective care to patients while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health team.
We are seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist or Clinical Psychologist to:
- Evaluate patients presenting with a wide range of mental health concerns and diagnoses.
- Collaborate with patients on individualized treatment plans with specific goals and outcomes.
- Coordinate patient care with primary care, other specialty providers, and families via written and verbal communication.
- Provide psychotherapy, utilizing multiple modalities and methods consistent with evidence-based practice, including specific and focused treatment protocols, when appropriate.
- Utilize progress monitoring and outcome measurement tools to assess benefits of psychotherapy and change the treatment plan, if necessary.
At UW Health, You Will Have
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
If Behavioral Health Therapist
Education
Minimum – Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or other behavioral health related field
Work Experience
Minimum – 2 years of experience providing evidence-based treatment for a variety of behavioral health diagnoses for children, adolescents, or adults
Preferred – 5 years of experience providing evidence-based treatment for a variety of behavioral health diagnoses for children, adolescents, or adults
Licenses and Certifications
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker Upon Hire Required or
- Licensed Professional Counselor Upon Hire Required or
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Upon Hire Required and
- Basic Life Support/CPR within 6 months Required and
If Clinical Psychologist
Education
Minimum – Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Psychology (Psy.D.) in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or related field.
Work Experience
Minimum – One (1) year of postdoctoral supervised clinical experience Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
Minimum –
- Licensure or eligible for licensure as a Psychologist in Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support/CPR within 6 months Required
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.
It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.
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UW Medical Foundation benefits
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will evaluate patients with various mental health concerns and develop individualized treatment plans with specific goals. They will also provide psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities and coordinate care with primary providers and families.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a behavioral health field or a Doctorate in Psychology, along with relevant clinical experience. Required licensure includes LCSW, LPC, or LMFT for therapists, or state licensure for psychologists, plus BLS/CPR certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychologist Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 18% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$111k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $118k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $69k–$153k | Psychology median $75k (middle half $65k–$86k)318 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$118k in purchasing power | Wisconsin index 94.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychology listings in Wisconsin | 31 active | 1,745 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 56% remote · 18% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $2k sign-on | US Psychologist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 10% offer loan repayment2,066 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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