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Appalachian District Health Department

Behavioral Health Consultant

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Job Summary:
This position focuses on providing rapid access to high-quality and evidence-based interventions to address a broad range of medical, substance use, and mental health conditions within an integrated primary care team. This position delivers brief, targeted diagnostic assessments and interventions to primary care patients as a part of an interdisciplinary team. Major Duties & Responsibilities Comply with code of ethics as set forth by licensing board of candidate discipline (APA, NASW, NBCC, etc. Comply with agency's privacy, security, and confidentiality policies Actively support integrated behavioral health care model to provide comprehensive care for clients Perform initial intake evaluation by interviewing patients to obtain information concerning their problems and functioning, and review relevant screeners Provide evidence-based interventions for a variety of presenting physical and behavioral health concerns to support patient functioning Collaborate with primary care providers and other behavioral health team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans Monitor patient's symptoms, functioning, and response to treatment plan; modify the treatment plan as needed Document all client visits with clinical notes in agency medical record system Receive Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) referrals, assess for appropriate fit, coordinate intakes, and provide ongoing behavioral health support throughout the patient's treatment Manage personal caseload and work closely with scheduling staff as needed Is available during business hours for crisis assessment and management Conduct quality assurance reviews and improvements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to provide assessment and treatment for a wide variety of mental health conditions to a diverse client population as part of an integrated outpatient health clinic. Comfort in working with clients who have experienced trauma, substance use, chronic medical needs, and may lack social determinants of health (SDOH) is necessary. Candidate must be willing to do brief, short-term interventions with patients as well as longer-term interventions as a behavioral health provider. Willingness to collaborate across agency providers is necessary in providing comprehensive care. Cultural competency in working with residents of rural Appalachia is a must. Candidate must be willing to learn and heavily utilize the agency's medical record system for schedule management and clinical note documentation. Bilingual candidate able to communicate fluently in both Spanish and English preferred. Willingness to assist in a public health emergency is a requirement of all AppHealthCare staff.
Pay:
$56,448.00 - $89,172.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health and Wellness Programs