Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC)

Overview

The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) is a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, delivering compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals with complex behavioral health needs. This role focuses primarily on providing behavioral health consults within the clinic setting through the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, supporting patients engaged in medical care, and offering targeted interventions for substance use, particularly for participants in our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program. This position is ideal for a mission-driven professional passionate about integrated, person-centered care for underserved populations.

Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Services

● Provide same-day behavioral health consults and brief therapy interventions during medical visits, utilizing evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, ACT, MI, solution-focused therapy).

● Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop individualized, strength-based treatment plans. ● Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive care focused on reducing stigma and improving access to behavioral health services.

● Offer individual and group therapy at both Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) sites and clinic settings, adapting care to co-occurring disorders and complex social needs.

● Implement crisis intervention strategies and safety planning for patients at risk of harm to self or others. ● Facilitate psychoeducational classes and skill-building group visits to promote emotional regulation, resilience, and wellness.

● Provide individual and group substance use counseling to participants in the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program.

● Support recovery-focused treatment through relapse prevention planning, recovery goal setting, and integrated care coordination with medical and behavioral health teams.

● Participate in interdisciplinary MAT case reviews and ensure continuity of care across service domains.

Care Coordination and Documentation

● Work closely with primary care and specialty medical providers to address psychosocial factors impacting health outcomes.

● Contribute to holistic treatment planning by integrating behavioral health interventions with primary care workflows.

● Apply brief, actionable interventions to enhance readiness for change and treatment adherence.

● Collaborate with case managers, housing teams, and community service providers to promote housing stability, health equity, and social support access.

● Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and collaborative care meetings to ensure whole-person, team-based care.

● Serve as liaison between behavioral health, housing, and healthcare systems to reduce barriers to services. ● Ensure accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.

● Maintain compliance with clinical protocols, ethical standards, and regulatory guidelines (HIPAA, Medicaid, grant-specific requirements).

● Track patient outcomes and engagement metrics to inform program improvement and evaluate clinical effectiveness. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills of personnel so classified.

Support HHH Mission

● Demonstrates a commitment to HHH’s mission of promoting health, hope, and dignity for individuals experiencing homelessness through equitable and compassionate care.

● Upholds trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and patient-centered principles in all interactions, contributing to an inclusive and supportive environment for patients and team members.

● Actively contributes to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation in service of our goal to eliminate health disparities and advance system-level change.

Minimum Qualifications

● Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

● Licensed or license-eligible (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) in the state of Texas.

● 2 years’ experience providing therapy and/or substance use counseling

● Strong clinical assessment, communication, and crisis intervention skills

● Ability to work effectively in community-based and clinic settings

Preferred Qualifications

● Bilingual in English/Spanish

● Experience working with PSH, MAT, or integrated care populations

● Familiarity with trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles

● Manages time effectively, handles multiple assignments simultaneously, and prioritizes projects