BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST / EDUCATOR

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Functional Position Title

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST / EDUCATOR

Position Number

00059390

Appointment Type

Regular

Location-City

Lake Charles

School / Division

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Department

Family Medicine

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Specialist / Educator will be a vital member of the Family Medicine Residency Program, providing expertise in the integration of behavioral health principles and practices within the primary care setting. The Behavioral Health Specialist / Educator will share responsibilities with the Program Director and other faculty for the design and implementation of the behavioral health curriculum, ensuring residents receive training sufficient to meet and exceed the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Program Requirements for the residency program. The Behavioral Health Specialist / Educator will focus on various domains including behavioral and community health, human behavior, psychiatry, ethics, doctor-patient communication, cultural humility, quality improvement, interdisciplinary approach, and well-being (for residents and faculty). Such training occurs during specialized didactic presentations, during rotations, one-on-one or group sessions with residents, and longitudinally while co-precepting with faculty physicians. The Behavioral Health Specialist / Educator will engage in scholarly activities within the Family Medicine Residency Program.

This position will be engaged in direct patient care at 40% effort and 60% effort will be engaged in support of the residency program to include, but not be limited to, precepting and administrative responsibilities.

Additional Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education

Master's

If Other Required Education, please specify

Discipline(s)

Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Ethics, or equivalent from an accredited university.

Certifications / Licenses Required

Valid license to practice in Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before hire.

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Teaching experience

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Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education

PhD

If Other Preferred Education, please specify

Discipline(s)

Certifications / Licenses Preferred

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

U01616P

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

11 / 01 / 2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Review Date to Begin

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu ).

About the School / Department

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings : LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage : Additional Benefits