Behavioral Health Consultant

Support Whole-Person Wellness as a Behavioral Health Consultant

Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm

As a Behavioral Health Consultant, you’ll partner with primary care teams to provide integrated, person-centered support that addresses both mental and physical health. You’ll help patients set goals, navigate barriers, and access the resources they need to achieve lasting wellness.

This is a great opportunity for someone

who enjoys collaborative care, thrives on variety in their work, and is passionate about improving health outcomes through behavioral interventions and patient support.

Key Responsibilities

Provide in-person and remote consultation to patients and primary care providers on a range of health concerns, including mental health, chronic conditions, and wellness management

Administer and interpret screening tools, and assist patients with goal setting and readiness for change using motivational interviewing

Identify barriers to treatment or medication adherence and support patients in overcoming them

Facilitate psycho-educational groups on self-management of health concerns

Conduct brief crisis interventions and safety planning as needed

Maintain accurate client records, communicate regularly with healthcare team members, and provide referrals to additional behavioral health or social services

Collaborate with Nurse Care Managers and other team members to address care gaps and quality metrics

Stay current on therapeutic techniques, best practices, and program admission / utilization criteria

Provide licensure supervision and perform utilization review activities as assigned

Attend required trainings and maintain productivity expectations

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or psychology required

QUALIFICATION(S) : WORK EXPERIENCE / TRAINING / ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• At least one (1) year of supervised experience treating mental health and behavioral issues related to chronic medical conditions required
• Working knowledge of DSM-5 preferred

QUALIFICATION(S) : LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role if You :

Thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare settings

Enjoy coaching and supporting patients to achieve meaningful, sustainable changes

Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Are adaptable, organized, and able to manage both scheduled and unscheduled patient needs

Believe in whole-person care and are committed to improving wellness for all individuals

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