Behavioral Health Consultant (LCSW, LMSW, CSWA, LPC, LCPC)
JOB TITLE: Behavioral Health Consultant
LOCATION: Nyssa and Vale Medical Clinics
HOURS: Full Time
STARTING DATE: ASAP
STARTING PAY: Commensurate with experience
REPORTS TO: Behavioral Health Director
Purpose of this Position: The Behavioral Health Consultant functions as in interdependent member of the VFHC team, providing clinical behavioral health/mental health services to children, adolescent, and adult patients within a primary care setting. She/he will perform consultative services to medical providers, provide brief assessments and interventions within a medical setting, as well as provide traditional mental health counseling services. The consultant will utilize sound clinical decision-making based on observation, assessment, diagnosis, planning, evaluation, and evidence-based practice. Assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic measures will be carried out in close association and collaboration with the clinic physician, PA/FNP, psychiatric practitioner, and/or other care agencies in the community.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling.
2. Licensed in Idaho as an LCSW, LMSW, LCPC, or LPC.
3. 1-2 years’ experience.
4. Bilingual Preferred– English/Spanish.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Appropriately screen, evaluate, and assess clients in both a therapeutic and/or medical setting.
Diagnose psychological, behavioral and emotional disorders utilizing DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.
Utilize evidenced-based treatment strategies based on treatment regime most appropriate for client (such as ACT, CBT, DBT, etc.).
Ability to provide brief assessments and brief interventions to clients within a primary care setting.
Ability to be flexible between providing consultative / brief clinical services and traditional mental health services.
Develop and implement treatment plans with measurable goals for clients and/or families.
Regularly evaluate treatment plans, making changes as needed.
Respond to clients in crisis situations either person-to-person or by telephone. Assess client’s safety, with possible referral to practitioner, notification of family and/or arrange for hospitalization.
Complete and maintain timely records and reports in an integrated electronic health record regarding client’s progress, services provided, and other clinical information.
Work within a team-based care model including collaborating with outside community resources/agencies.
Adhere to company policies, practice guidelines, and professional code of ethics.
Other duties as assigned.
Quality Improvement:
Participates in improving VFHC performance, processes, or programs through quality improvement which will be demonstrated in at least one instance annually.
Physical Requirements:
1. Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
2. Correctable vision and hearing.
3. Prolonged sitting, some standing/walking.
4. Must read, write and speak clearly.
5. Must have reliable transportation to clinics in Idaho and/or Oregon.