Social Work Counselor Jobs in Brookfield, WI

A Social Work Counselor plays a crucial role in the social service industry by providing essential services to aid and improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. They assess their clients' needs, situations, strengths, and resources to assist and empower them in resolving their problems and improving their wellbeing. Their responsibilities may also include crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, counseling, and prevention programs. Social Work Counselors work in various settings such as hospitals, schools, community agencies, and social service organizations.

Essential skills for a Social Work Counselor include empathy, active listening, organization, critical-thinking, and communication skills. They should have a strong understanding of social diversity and cultural competency as well. A bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) is typically required, while a master's degree in social work (MSW) may be necessary for some positions. Most states require Social Work Counselors to obtain a license or certification. Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Social Work Counselor include Social Work Assistant, Case Manager, and Community Outreach Worker.

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Virtual)

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $90-$127 an hour Are you a Licensed Mental Health Counselor looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existing practice?...

Licensed Talk Therapist

  • Greenfield, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Greenfield, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Compensation: Up to $ 120,900 depending on licensure, sessions, and bonus opportunities What We Need: Individuals willing to see a minimum of 25 sessions per week A true partnership Behavioral Health...

Outpatient Therapist

  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 2 hours ago

Requirements Master's Degree in a Human Services related field (psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work or a closely related field) required....

AODA Counselor Inpatient

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) preferred....

ProHealth Care - Counselor - Oncology Services - Part Time 0.8FTE

  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 2 days ago

We Are Hiring: Counselor - Oncology Services Begin your story with ProHealth Care. Here we offer a culture that's warm, welcoming, and vibrant....

Residential Unit Therapist (FT)

  • Dousman, WI (20 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dousman, WI (20 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Who We Are Lad Lake is a COA-accredited, nonprofit, independent organization serving kids and families across Wisconsin. With over 1,200 youth and their families benefiting from our...

Financial Counselor-Hrly, Menomonee Fall

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago

LICENSURE: * State of Wisconsin and FederalCertified Application Counselor Designation is preferred....

Family Support Specialist I - 1st Shift, Fulltime

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Capacity to help families make strong connections with community resources and knowledge of community resources and services available to support program participants....

Clinical Therapist (Crisis Intervention) (may underfill as Sr. Mental Health Counselor) - LTE

  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Working knowledge of human service organizations, mental health, and other community resources. Working knowledge of applicable codes, rules, statutes, and regulations....

Counselor

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Posting Details Official Job Title: COUNSELOR Working Title: Counselor, Latinx Specialist Position Number: 00000984 Division: Student Affairs Department: B035000 STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES Position Type...

Behavioral Health Consultant - Therapist - Good Hope Pediatrics

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Please follow this link for a closer look at what its like to work at Childrens Wisconsin: Provides behavioral health services to patients and families who have acute chronic mental and behavioral health...

Therapist - Residential

  • Oconomowoc, WI (21 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (21 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) within sixty (60) days of hire/transfer. Annual re-certification is required....

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Please follow this link for a closer look at what its like to work at Childrens Wisconsin: Under the supervision of the NICU Patient Care Supervisor, the Certified Breastfeeding Peer Counselor will...

Community Health Worker, Fcp - Care Coor

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Discover. Achieve. Succeed. #BeHere Location:US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our WOODLAND PRIME 400 facility. This job isHYBRID. FTE: 1.000000 Shift: Shift 1 Job Summary: The Community...

Financial Counselor-Hrly, Menomonee Falls Hospital

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago

LICENSURE: State of Wisconsin and Federal Certified Application Counselor Designation is preferred....

Demographic Data for Brookfield, WI

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Social Work Counselor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Social Work
Examine the historical development of social work and learn the knowledge, values, and skills that characterize the social worker. Take the next step to make a difference in the lives of...
Areas of Social Work Practice
This course will orient the learner to the context for social work, including the diversity of human needs, human services, social policy, and legislation. Learners will also gain information...
Mental Health in Social Work
Deepen your understanding of mental health in social work through a focus on history and treatment, within a culturally-grounded and trauma-informed approach to mental health and client recovery....

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Salary for Social Work Counselor Jobs in Brookfield, WI

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Highest Education Level

Social Work Counselors in Brookfield, WI offer the following education background
Master's Degree
52.8%
Bachelor's Degree
31.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.0%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Work Counselors in Brookfield, WI
2-4 years
39.3%
Less than 1 year
27.4%
None
17.4%
1-2 years
8.4%
8-10 years
7.6%



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