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Columbia Valley Community Health
Behavioral Medicine Consultant
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$44,235 / year median in Washington
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Medicine Consultant $15,000 Sign on Bonus! Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH) is growing! CVCH is a dynamic, progressive community health center with locations in Wenatchee, East Wenatchee, and Chelan. We have an excellent opportunity for a Behavioral Medicine Consultant at our Chelan location. The Behavioral Medicine Consultant provides Primary Care Behavioral Medicine services including consultations to PCP's regarding behavioral health diagnoses and recommended interventions to mitigate medical impact of behavioral health conditions. The Behavioral Medicine Consultant also provides direct service to patients that range from initial assessments, brief interventions, and less commonly intermittent long-term therapy. Care is provided to a diverse population of individuals and families presenting to the clinic and is most often provided on the same day as the presentation. When assigned there may be opportunity to participate in the training of Psychology Interns and Postdoctoral Residents.
D.) degree in clinical or counseling psychology, or master's degree in counseling psychology, clinical social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy.
- Please apply at CVCH.org
Position Requirements:
Education:
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in clinical or counseling psychology, or master's degree in counseling psychology, clinical social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy.
Certification/Licensure:
Have an active Washington State license to practice as a Clinical Psychologist, MFT, LICSW, or LMHC licensure through the WA State Department of Health (DOH).Experience:
If licensed as a psychologist, must have been licensed for a minimum of two years (without restrictions) at the time of applying for the position. If not licensed in WA, must be willing to apply for licensure in WA. Prior experience supervising psychology Post-Doctoral Residents and/or other Master's level trainees or providers, is preferred but not required. Prior experience in integrated primary care and health psychology preferred but not required. If licensed as a LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT by the WA State DOH, must have been licensed for a minimum of five years post-licensure. The minimum five years' experience will be waived for internal graduate of CVCH's BMed Training Program who are selected to be hired into BMed Consultant positions.CVCH offers:
- Competitive Compensation
- Sign on bonus - $15,000
- Flexible schedules
- Generous paid leave/holidays
- Health insurance stipend for employee and dependents
- Gym/fitness stipend
- Retirement with 150% employer matching
- A cultural immersion program in a predominantly Spanish-speaking country
- This position is eligible for student loan repayment programs We are located in the heart of Washington State where we enjoy abundant recreational opportunities, 300 days of sunshine and a family friendly environment with good schools and opportunities for the entire family to be involved in culture and arts.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$84,082.00 - $138,776.00 per yearWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance