Mental health consultant job description

Full Time Behavioral Health Consultant (LPC, LMFT, CSWA, LCSW) - Sisters/ Redmond, Oregon

This is an amazing opportunity to join a great team at High Lakes! In this role, you will provide high quality, patient focused care in a vibrant and collaborative primary care setting. You will be part of a clinical team, in a dynamic primary care clinic, where behavioral health clinicians work side by side with clinical support staff, physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

In this position, the BHC is responsible for providing brief, evidence-based behavioral health services to patients and families including direct counseling services, intervention, and coordination of community services/resources. Performance of duties will be in the context of an interdisciplinary team in a primary care clinic.
Benefit Highlights:
Generous 'above market' compensation Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), holidays and more Flexible work schedules Full Time opportunities Telemedicine and in-person flexibility Collegial work environment. Full administrative support Strong work/life balance
Specific Areas of Responsibility
Operate in a consultative role within a primary care team utilizing the Primary Care Behavioral Health model. Provide recommendations regarding behavioral interventions to the referring Primary Care Provider (PCP). Conduct brief interventions with referred patients on behalf of the referring PCP. Conduct comprehensive, culturally sensitive psychosocial assessments, help develops care plans, and provides evidence-based counseling and intervention services to individuals and families. Coordinates services with appropriate clinic and community resources. Document assessment, intervention, and treatment data in medical record. Serve as liaison to community health care network.
To submit your CV, or for more information, please contact Shannon Lynch, Provider and Medical Recruitment, Praxis Health,


Education and/or Experience
Master's degree in relevant discipline. Credentialed as LCSW, LPC, or LMFT
Skills:
Knowledge of professional behavioral health (psychology, counseling, social work) principles, methodology, and ethics and of human psychosocial development within the family, community, and culture. Knowledge of the use of therapeutic relationship to foster patient involvement. Familiarity with brief evidence-based therapy theories/techniques and therapeutic process. Understanding of techniques for facilitating client motivation to change behavior. Knowledge of health and social issues impacting diverse clients and their well-being. Skill in crisis intervention and case management. Familiarity with electronic medical records. Ability to interact effectively as member of interdisciplinary health care team, identify and utilize community resources and communicate appropriately with diverse patient population..


Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest's leading independent healthcare network, providing the highest levels of individualized patient care.
With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.
It all starts with putting patients and families at the forefront. Our efforts focus not only on providing exceptional patient care when it is needed, but also on the wellness services and community outreach that engage and empower the people we serve to take charge of their health.
All delivered by a team of mission driven physicians, employees and administrators - the best minds and the biggest hearts - to help ensure the safest, highest quality of care for all.
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk;
use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to site and stoop, kneel or crouch the employee must
regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.




EOE Disabled/Veteran
Praxis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Applicants for all positions must be or become fully vaccinated against Covid-19 if selected for hire. Valid medical or religious exemptions will be considered but serial Covid-19 testing will be required to maintain employment.

The Behavioral Health Consultant provides primary care-based behavioral health services to clients with complex or chronic needs depending on assigned program as determined in the treatment or care plan of the client. Counseling or therapeutic services are provided as part of a team, with primary care-based services being integrated into the care plan directed by the primary care provider. We offer this position at either PsyD/PhD clinical psychologist, or independently licensed Master s-level mental health therapist.

This position is a part-time, 20 hour/week work schedule with benefits.
What We Offer


Clinical Psychologist: $5,000.00 hiring bonus paid in first paycheck. Master s-level independently licensed therapist: $2,500.00 hiring bonus in first paycheck, $1,000.00 bonus at 12 months. 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine; profit sharing, 403(b) retirement plan, generous paid time off, paid holidays, continuing education, and more.


Essential Functions/Responsibilities/Duties


Responds to requests from primary care providers to address behavioral health needs of medical clinic patients to maintain a warm hand-off for most patient encounters. Provides brief intervention for presenting problems and triage for on-going treatment services as needed. Completes encounters and associated documentation, including coding and billing. Presents case studies and reports to funding sources or as requested by outside organizations. Measures change and adjusts treatment as needed, using appropriate screening tools. Provides cognitive behavioral therapy to individuals, families, groups or communities as assigned. Integrates cognitive behavioral interventions in multiple settings. Enters documentation into the electronic medical record (EMR). Responds to crisis situations, assessing urgency of patient s needs, provides care, and obtains appropriate services as needed. Assists patient and family in obtaining additional services and other resources as needed. Documents all referrals made to other resources. As assigned, participates in various community meetings and serves as a liaison to numerous community agencies and organizations, including school districts, hospitals, law enforcement, Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS) staff, and tribal authorities. Presents mental health/behavioral health findings and recommendations in verbal or written format to appropriate professionals either upon request or as part of a regular case presentation for peer review or clinical meeting. Leads staff training sessions on new therapeutic techniques and practices. Provides training and education on clinical topics to team members, staff and the community, as needed. Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.


Qualifications


Clinical Psychologist Requirements

Education: PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology Licenses/Registration: Licensed Psychologist or the approved state license/registration until you have earned your independent licensure. Licensure as a Psychologist in Oregon is required within 14 months of hire. Experience preferred, but not required.

Master s Level Therapist Requirements

Education: Master s degree in Social Work or Psychology Experience: Two years in clinical service delivery with persons with mental or behavioral health needs required. Experience working in primary care or other medical settings strongly preferred. Licenses/Certificates/Registration: License for independent clinical practice in the state you will be practicing or have the necessary clinical training to acquire licensure. Any one of the following licenses is acceptable for this position: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LASW)


Additional Requirements


Current CPR/First Aid card, or obtained within 45 days of hire. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required


About YVFWC


We serve more than 181,000 patients across 25 medical clinics, 14 dental clinics, 10 pharmacies, and 64 program sites in two states. We are Level 3 Certified as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). With integrated services including medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, primary care nutritional counseling, autism screening, and primary care behavioral health, YVFWC s patient-centered model of care offers patients the full spectrum of care and shelter assistance, energy assistance, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling and testing, home visits, and four mobile medical/dental clinics.


Working at YVFWC


Working in our organization means being the passionate champion for those who have no voice. It means having the opportunity to work with underserved populations and with peers committed to the same work.


At Farm Workers Clinic


We will consistently trust one another to work for the common good. We will foster integrity by demonstrating ethical behavior and insisting on doing what we say we will do. We will demonstrate transparency by being candid and truthful no matter the risk. We will create partnerships to strengthen ourselves and our community. We will fight for just treatment for all individuals. We will let joy in. We have the courage to be an agent of change and refuse anything short of excellence.


Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal opportunity employment.

Licensed clinicians are eligible for up to $50,000 in student loan forgiveness because CALM is an NHSC approved site.
This is an in-person position.


Calm is seeking an experienced bilingual (Spanish) mental health professional with a master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or marriage and family therapy. CALM Mental Health Consultants receive specialized training to provide mental health consultation services to early childhood education settings through an evidence-based consultation model. In collaboration with consultees (teachers, caregivers, childcare providers), consultants work to promote equity and build adult capacity to support the social and emotional development of the infants and young children they serve, some of whom may exhibit challenging behaviors, and build strong school/home alliances.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities for the Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Bilingual (Spanish):
• Collaborate with caregivers and program to staff to promote equitable, warm, and trusting relationships, consistent routines, and development-enhancing interactions that positively impact classroom and home environments.
• Partner respectfully with families and staff to understand the context and nature of a particular family's life to enhance the child and family's wellbeing.
• Conduct classroom observations to assess classroom culture, daily routines, parent-staff relationships, transitions, challenging behaviors and use findings to support staff.
• Collaborates with teaching teams and families to guide developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions for children.
• Enhance programmatic functioning by assisting program administrators and/or staff in considering their program's overall social and emotional climate.
• Provide individual and group opportunities for staff to engage in reflective practice.
• Meet regularly with teaching staff and program administrators to review information and feedback about outcomes of, and satisfaction with, consultation services.
• Participate in evaluation efforts and commit to continuous quality improvement by incorporating feedback and outcome data into the provision of services.
• Coordinate and provide trauma-informed staff trainings related to social-emotional and mental health issues.
• Create a shared understanding of the effects of trauma and adversity, including oppression, discrimination, racism, and gender inequity on the developing brain.
Requirements:
Education and/or Experience:
• Master's degree required; must be an AMFT, ASW, APCC, LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC. Graduate students may be considered for this position. Would consider Bachelor's level candidate with 7+ years' experience in early care and education.
• A Minimum of two years' experience working in community setting providing services to young children and families.
• Experience working in either a private or public-school site environment preferred.


Qualifications :
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in child development, infant and early childhood mental health, and familiarity with evidence-based practices related to infant and early childhood mental health.
• Ability to have a warm and empathetic interpersonal style to establish trusting relationships with children, parents, teaching staff, and community organizations.
• Must have the ability and desire to provide services that are relevant to the culture of the family.
• Ability to assess and continually improve services delivered as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English and Spanish required.
• Possess a valid California Driver's License, proof of vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Strong computer knowledge, using PC, Microsoft Word and Excel, and Outlook.


CALM Compensation and Benefits:
Our benefits package includes a competitive salary dependent on experience and education. Benefits include 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance for employees plus partial benefits for dependent family members, 12 paid holidays, generous vacation time and sick days and a 403(b) 3% matching program.


To Apply:
Qualified, interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter.



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