One of our leading healthcare providers is looking to hire a Behavioral Health Consultant to join their dynamic team to provide essential support to their patients with chronic medical conditions.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and group counseling to patients with multiple chronic medical conditions
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and crisis interventions
- Offer advice and support to the multidisciplinary team from a behavioral health perspective
- Assist in improving patient care by enhancing knowledge and awareness of the impact of chronic health conditions on mental health and wellness
- Collaborate with other professionals to develop strong care plans
- Use a trauma-informed care approach with an emphasis on harm reduction and motivational interviewing
- Serve as the behavioral health subject matter expert within an interdisciplinary care team
- Make referrals for behavioral health levels of care not provided by the company's providers, e.g., ACT, IOP, PHP, residential treatment, inpatient services
Education & Experience:
- Clinically licensed in the state of practice with 3+ years of experience in a behavioral health-related field such as social work, mental health, and/or addiction
- Licenses must allow for clinical practice and may include: LCSW-C, LPC, LPCC, LCPC, LMHC, PhD, PsyD
- Qualified clinical supervisors will be given preference
- 2+ years of experience in a community mental health center, managed care organization, FQHC, inpatient psychiatric facility, or similar setting serving clients with complex behavioral health needs
- Experience with complex government-sponsored populations preferred, e.g., Medicaid, Medicare beneficiaries
- Experience with EMR and efficiency in completing EMR notes within 48 hours
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Meaningful work that directly impacts patients' lives
If your experience aligns with this position and you are interested, please apply to the link. We look forward to hearing from you!
