Rural health consultant job description
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Example rural health consultant requirements on a job description
Rural health consultant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in rural health consultant job postings.
Sample rural health consultant requirements
- Bachelor's degree in public health or health care management.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in rural health care services.
- Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations.
- Experience in designing and implementing health care programs.
- Certification as a Rural Health Consultant.
Sample required rural health consultant soft skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects.
Rural health consultant job description example 1
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic rural health consultant job description
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.
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.
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Rural health consultant job description example 2
Aspire Health rural health consultant job description
WE SERVE ALL. WE HIRE ALL. WE ACCEPT ALL.
Now Interviewing for a Behavioral Health Consultant for our Elwood Outpatient Office!
Up to a $2,000 Signing Bonus
Must live in Indiana
Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive "whole health" services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social determinants of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers in five Central Indiana counties serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.
Position Summary
Do you have a passion for providing brief behavioral interventions through support and targeted assessments for individuals with symptoms impacting their health diagnosis? Then this position is for you! This position as a behavioral health consultant works alongside our medical team to provide real time assessment and assistance to work together with the patient to improve health behaviors. This is a faster paced environment, with less paperwork and offers opportunity to provide in the moment support surrounded by a medical team in a whole health setting.
Education/Experience
+ Doctoral degree in Psychology or a Masters degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or other mental health related field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education required
+ Two (2) years clinical experience required
+ Experience in an integrated care setting preferred
Licensure
+ Recognized as a Licensed Psychologist with HSPP endorsement or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) by the State of Indiana
Learn more about us at Aspireindiana.org, and see our Core Values, benefits and current job listings on our Careers page. Or check out our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube pages.
Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.
All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and required to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.
Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
External Company Name: Aspire Indiana Health, Inc.
Street: 10731 SR 13
Now Interviewing for a Behavioral Health Consultant for our Elwood Outpatient Office!
Up to a $2,000 Signing Bonus
Must live in Indiana
Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive "whole health" services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social determinants of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers in five Central Indiana counties serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.
Position Summary
Do you have a passion for providing brief behavioral interventions through support and targeted assessments for individuals with symptoms impacting their health diagnosis? Then this position is for you! This position as a behavioral health consultant works alongside our medical team to provide real time assessment and assistance to work together with the patient to improve health behaviors. This is a faster paced environment, with less paperwork and offers opportunity to provide in the moment support surrounded by a medical team in a whole health setting.
Education/Experience
+ Doctoral degree in Psychology or a Masters degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or other mental health related field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education required
+ Two (2) years clinical experience required
+ Experience in an integrated care setting preferred
Licensure
+ Recognized as a Licensed Psychologist with HSPP endorsement or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) by the State of Indiana
Learn more about us at Aspireindiana.org, and see our Core Values, benefits and current job listings on our Careers page. Or check out our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube pages.
Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.
All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and required to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.
Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
External Company Name: Aspire Indiana Health, Inc.
Street: 10731 SR 13
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Rural health consultant job description example 3
Memorial Healthcare System rural health consultant job description
Provides provisional diagnosis and therapeutic outpatient services to adults and/or children within Primary Medical Care locations under supervision of licensed behavioral health provider. Plans, organizes, and provides psychotherapeutic services to patients whose level of functioning indicates they can benefit from brief outpatient therapy.
Employee will adhere to the Memorial Health (MH) Code of Conduct, the MH Ethics and Corporate Compliance Plan, MBH policies and procedures, as well as performance standards established by the governing board/administration and accrediting bodies.
Education:
+ Minimum Master's in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling required
+ Minimum age of 21
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
+ LPC or LSW required
Experience:
+ Behavioral health experience preferred
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
+ Must have computer and keyboarding skills required by position
+ Must have valid IL driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
+ Must pass background checks and drug screen
Direct Clinical Services
+ Conduct assessments of patient, including completion of the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) depression scale and General Anxiety Screening (GAD-7).
+ Develop initial comprehensive assessment data including patient presenting problems, mental status, relevant psychiatric, medical and developmental histories to make decisions regarding diagnosis (per DSM-V), treatment objectives and ongoing treatment plans and/or to provide information and make appropriate referrals to other treatment resources in the community.
+ Provide 25 hours of billable services per week to patients.
+ Consult with patient and primary care provider about treatment options and preferences; coordinate initiation of treatment plan.
+ Monitor patient closely for changes in severity of symptoms and medication side effects. Educate patients about medication and side effects as needed. Encourage treatment adherence.
+ Use behavioral activation techniques with patient as an adjunct to other treatments.
+ Provide evidence-based, brief structured psychotherapy (PST-PC).
+ Participate in regular caseload supervision with treatment team, focusing on patients improving adequately (e.g., less than 50% reduction in symptoms after 8-12 weeks in treatment).
+ Coordinate communication between patient and primary care physician and consulting psychiatrist; provide recommendations for change in treatment plan.
+ Document all encounters according to policies and procedures.
+ Implement crisis or pre-crisis intervention procedures with potentially suicidal, homicidal, or severely disabled patients. Where appropriate referrals will be made to consulting psychiatrists or inpatient psychiatric facilities to prevent further destabilization.
+ Interview collateral contacts, previous and current treatment professionals, and significant others, to further establish a database for assessment and ongoing treatment plan as needed.
+ Clarify priority problems, goals for change, and session limits according to agency policy to assist patients in developing appropriate expectations for treatment in relationship to the agency. Use a variety of psychotherapeutic treatment approaches and interventions to change targeted behaviors and stabilize adaptive behaviors with individuals, couples and families.
+ Manage the termination process and discharge planning to enhance patients' abilities to retain treatment changes and/or use other available support services.
+ May organize, plan and participate in therapy groups for patients and/or their families, as assigned
Patient Information System
+ Establish appropriate professional files, including: comprehensive assessments, progress notes, treatment objectives and plans, previous treatment records, patients' consent to current treatment and for exchange of information.
+ Complete required administrative forms. Collect necessary information for billing and fee collection.
+ Provide necessary patient information to other agencies or health care providers to coordinate services to identified patients.
+ May prepare necessary documents/reports for DCFS as needed.
Training Activities/Professional Growth
+ Supervisor and employee mutually identify professional goals that will enhance job related skills.
+ Participate in ongoing agency meetings, committees and special projects to enhance professional expertise.
+ Complete mandatory education requirements by specified deadlines.
+ Participate in required staff meetings and in-services to keep abreast of agency policy and administrative procedures, meet requirements for continuing education, and upgrade professional knowledge.
Consultation/Networking
+ Engage in appropriate team work functions (such as mutual support, clarification of office responsibilities and procedures) according to best professional judgment and agency policy to provide a professional working environment and effective service delivery.
+ Develop cooperative relationships outside the agency with family, physicians, public officials or interested agencies to provide for the development of mental health services in the community.
Job Relationships
+ Demonstrate through initiative and apparent effort involvement in clinical supervision.
+ Communicate directly with supervisor for clarification of administrative policy, program evaluation to promote a professional working environment and effective service delivery system.
+ Adhere to MHS/MBH Behavioral Standards
Other Job Responsibilities
+ Ability to accommodate evening/weekend hours.
+ Perform other duties as required by agency needs.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Street: 710 N. Eighth Street
Employee will adhere to the Memorial Health (MH) Code of Conduct, the MH Ethics and Corporate Compliance Plan, MBH policies and procedures, as well as performance standards established by the governing board/administration and accrediting bodies.
Education:
+ Minimum Master's in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling required
+ Minimum age of 21
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
+ LPC or LSW required
Experience:
+ Behavioral health experience preferred
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
+ Must have computer and keyboarding skills required by position
+ Must have valid IL driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
+ Must pass background checks and drug screen
Direct Clinical Services
+ Conduct assessments of patient, including completion of the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) depression scale and General Anxiety Screening (GAD-7).
+ Develop initial comprehensive assessment data including patient presenting problems, mental status, relevant psychiatric, medical and developmental histories to make decisions regarding diagnosis (per DSM-V), treatment objectives and ongoing treatment plans and/or to provide information and make appropriate referrals to other treatment resources in the community.
+ Provide 25 hours of billable services per week to patients.
+ Consult with patient and primary care provider about treatment options and preferences; coordinate initiation of treatment plan.
+ Monitor patient closely for changes in severity of symptoms and medication side effects. Educate patients about medication and side effects as needed. Encourage treatment adherence.
+ Use behavioral activation techniques with patient as an adjunct to other treatments.
+ Provide evidence-based, brief structured psychotherapy (PST-PC).
+ Participate in regular caseload supervision with treatment team, focusing on patients improving adequately (e.g., less than 50% reduction in symptoms after 8-12 weeks in treatment).
+ Coordinate communication between patient and primary care physician and consulting psychiatrist; provide recommendations for change in treatment plan.
+ Document all encounters according to policies and procedures.
+ Implement crisis or pre-crisis intervention procedures with potentially suicidal, homicidal, or severely disabled patients. Where appropriate referrals will be made to consulting psychiatrists or inpatient psychiatric facilities to prevent further destabilization.
+ Interview collateral contacts, previous and current treatment professionals, and significant others, to further establish a database for assessment and ongoing treatment plan as needed.
+ Clarify priority problems, goals for change, and session limits according to agency policy to assist patients in developing appropriate expectations for treatment in relationship to the agency. Use a variety of psychotherapeutic treatment approaches and interventions to change targeted behaviors and stabilize adaptive behaviors with individuals, couples and families.
+ Manage the termination process and discharge planning to enhance patients' abilities to retain treatment changes and/or use other available support services.
+ May organize, plan and participate in therapy groups for patients and/or their families, as assigned
Patient Information System
+ Establish appropriate professional files, including: comprehensive assessments, progress notes, treatment objectives and plans, previous treatment records, patients' consent to current treatment and for exchange of information.
+ Complete required administrative forms. Collect necessary information for billing and fee collection.
+ Provide necessary patient information to other agencies or health care providers to coordinate services to identified patients.
+ May prepare necessary documents/reports for DCFS as needed.
Training Activities/Professional Growth
+ Supervisor and employee mutually identify professional goals that will enhance job related skills.
+ Participate in ongoing agency meetings, committees and special projects to enhance professional expertise.
+ Complete mandatory education requirements by specified deadlines.
+ Participate in required staff meetings and in-services to keep abreast of agency policy and administrative procedures, meet requirements for continuing education, and upgrade professional knowledge.
Consultation/Networking
+ Engage in appropriate team work functions (such as mutual support, clarification of office responsibilities and procedures) according to best professional judgment and agency policy to provide a professional working environment and effective service delivery.
+ Develop cooperative relationships outside the agency with family, physicians, public officials or interested agencies to provide for the development of mental health services in the community.
Job Relationships
+ Demonstrate through initiative and apparent effort involvement in clinical supervision.
+ Communicate directly with supervisor for clarification of administrative policy, program evaluation to promote a professional working environment and effective service delivery system.
+ Adhere to MHS/MBH Behavioral Standards
Other Job Responsibilities
+ Ability to accommodate evening/weekend hours.
+ Perform other duties as required by agency needs.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Street: 710 N. Eighth Street
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024