Behavioral Health Consultant
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Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Behavioral Health Officer or Director of Behavioral Health, the Behavioral Health Consultant is responsible for patient care and a variety of administrative tasks.
The Behavioral Health Consultant, as part of the primary care treatment team, identifies, triages, and manages patients with medical and behavioral health problems within the primary care setting.
In addition, the Behavioral Health Consultant will provide skill training through psychoeducation and patient education strategies and will develop specific behavioral change plans for patients and behavioral health protocols for target populations.
Madison, Wisconsin, consistently ranks as a top place to live because of its exceptional blend of natural beauty, robust economy, and vibrant college-town energy. Nestled on an isthmus between Lakes Mendota and Monona, it offers a strong sense of community, short commute times, and safe neighborhoods, all while maintaining the cultural and entertainment amenities of a much larger city.
Desired Candidate Would Have the Following Qualifications
- Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Psychology or Clinical Psychology OR Master’s Degree in Social Work (LCSW) OR Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Professional Counseling (LPC) OR Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT)
- Current Wisconsin licensure as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker OR Licensed Professional Counselor OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior work experience as a Clinical Psychologist, Social Worker, or Counselor in a medical setting
- Fluency in English and Spanish
Compensation and Benefits
Our total compensation package includes competitive wages, plus a full range of attractive benefits for regular full and part time staff working a minimum of 20 hours per week and includes:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long and short-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan (100% vested with employer match)
Paid time off program – 216 hours given upfront for vacation, personal and sick time
Up to 9 paid holidays
Relocation assistance
Continuing education
Flexible spending plans
Transportation program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health savings account
Other
Access is an eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Access is a NHSC approved site for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program
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Improving health. Improving lives.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Proof that you are fully vaccinated is a condition of employment. Access Community Health Centers will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who cannot be vaccinated because of a disability or sincerely held religious beliefs when doing so does not compromise the safety of others or impose an undue hardship on our organization.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Consultant identifies, triages, and manages patients with medical and behavioral health issues within a primary care setting. They also provide psychoeducation and develop behavioral change plans and protocols for target populations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Psychology or a master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy. Current Wisconsin licensure in the respective field is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Clinical Psychology Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Clinical Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 20.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Wisconsin index 94.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Clinical Psychology listings in Wisconsin | 26 active | 2,071 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| New Clinical Psychology listings | 193 in the last 30 days | 95 the 30 days before (+103%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Clinical Psychology pay trend | −20.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Consultant at Access Community Health Center a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Clinical Psychology healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
