St. Charles Health System
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Behavioral Health Consultant
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St. Charles Health System . The
Behavioral Health Consultant
(BHC) works alongside Primary Care Providers or Specialty Medicine Providers, providing behavioral health assessments and brief interventions. The BHC is an integral member of the medical team whose role is to help address a broad spectrum of behavioral health needs in the medical clinic population. The BHC aids in early identification and provides, brief, solution focused interventions that promote wellness and preventions for as many patients as possible. The BHC provides same-day consultative services to medical providers and patients for a broad array of behavioral health issues in the form of assessment, brief intervention, and triage of psychosocial problems in the clinic patient population. Responsibilities
Plans and provides psychological assessment and diagnosis in a primary care setting with brief psychotherapeutic interventions as needed. Provides targeted assessment and evaluation, including diagnostic impression and functional status on presenting problem(s). Timely and succinct feedback to primary care physicians regarding consultation findings and recommendations. Triaging and referring patients to specialty mental health care when appropriate. Formulation of behavioral health interventions appropriate to the primary care setting and assisting with implementation of primary care physician(s) treatment plans. Providing brief follow-up, including relapse prevention and education. Developing, teaching, and providing oversight for classes that promote education and skill-building to enhance psychological and physical health. Providing ongoing consultation services for a sub-set of patients who require ongoing monitoring and follow up (e.g. continuity consultations). Sharing knowledge with other team members and patients both formally (in-services, consult responses) and informally (hallway conversations). Working as a primary care team member to develop specific clinical pathways or best practice programs for targeted patient groups (chronic pain, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, obesity etc.). Plans, develops, and implements groups and other services for mental health needs. Develops behavioral health programs to meet the needs of the changing organization and changes in health care delivery. Active member of the multi-disciplinary team within the clinic, providing team-based care. Fully integrated primary health home services. Documents all patient care in the proper form and in a timely manner in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies. Delivers first rate customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, and is timely, efficient, and accurate, and courteous. Non-Clinical Responsibilities
Be familiar with the organization structure, communications systems and billing process, completing billing and coding documentation within time assigned by administration. Keep all licenses and appropriate certifications current and unrestricted. Maintain active privileges at a St. Charles Health System hospital sufficient to permit performance of job duties. Increase understanding and collaboration throughout the medical community regarding provider’s chosen specialty. Provider Leadership
Participate in provider meetings and assist in policy formation and provider practice. Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient, and caregiver. Participates in creating intentional relationships and put a high level of focus on attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience. Provide a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients/customers in a caring way. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies. Develops cultural competence and provides appropriate care to patients and family members who belong to diverse cultural backgrounds. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization. Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. Education
Required: Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited college or university. Complete annual CME as required to maintain license and appropriate Board certification. Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: Oregon licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all SCHS worksites. Maintain unrestricted ability to participate in Medicare/Medicaid, or other federal or state governmental health care programs. Preferred: Membership with applicable state/national organization. Experience
Required: N/A Preferred: Experience in a primary care setting. Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Join to apply for the
Behavioral Health Consultant
role at
St. Charles Health System . The
Behavioral Health Consultant
(BHC) works alongside Primary Care Providers or Specialty Medicine Providers, providing behavioral health assessments and brief interventions. The BHC is an integral member of the medical team whose role is to help address a broad spectrum of behavioral health needs in the medical clinic population. The BHC aids in early identification and provides, brief, solution focused interventions that promote wellness and preventions for as many patients as possible. The BHC provides same-day consultative services to medical providers and patients for a broad array of behavioral health issues in the form of assessment, brief intervention, and triage of psychosocial problems in the clinic patient population. Responsibilities
Plans and provides psychological assessment and diagnosis in a primary care setting with brief psychotherapeutic interventions as needed. Provides targeted assessment and evaluation, including diagnostic impression and functional status on presenting problem(s). Timely and succinct feedback to primary care physicians regarding consultation findings and recommendations. Triaging and referring patients to specialty mental health care when appropriate. Formulation of behavioral health interventions appropriate to the primary care setting and assisting with implementation of primary care physician(s) treatment plans. Providing brief follow-up, including relapse prevention and education. Developing, teaching, and providing oversight for classes that promote education and skill-building to enhance psychological and physical health. Providing ongoing consultation services for a sub-set of patients who require ongoing monitoring and follow up (e.g. continuity consultations). Sharing knowledge with other team members and patients both formally (in-services, consult responses) and informally (hallway conversations). Working as a primary care team member to develop specific clinical pathways or best practice programs for targeted patient groups (chronic pain, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, obesity etc.). Plans, develops, and implements groups and other services for mental health needs. Develops behavioral health programs to meet the needs of the changing organization and changes in health care delivery. Active member of the multi-disciplinary team within the clinic, providing team-based care. Fully integrated primary health home services. Documents all patient care in the proper form and in a timely manner in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies. Delivers first rate customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, and is timely, efficient, and accurate, and courteous. Non-Clinical Responsibilities
Be familiar with the organization structure, communications systems and billing process, completing billing and coding documentation within time assigned by administration. Keep all licenses and appropriate certifications current and unrestricted. Maintain active privileges at a St. Charles Health System hospital sufficient to permit performance of job duties. Increase understanding and collaboration throughout the medical community regarding provider’s chosen specialty. Provider Leadership
Participate in provider meetings and assist in policy formation and provider practice. Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient, and caregiver. Participates in creating intentional relationships and put a high level of focus on attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience. Provide a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients/customers in a caring way. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies. Develops cultural competence and provides appropriate care to patients and family members who belong to diverse cultural backgrounds. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization. Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. Education
Required: Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited college or university. Complete annual CME as required to maintain license and appropriate Board certification. Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: Oregon licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all SCHS worksites. Maintain unrestricted ability to participate in Medicare/Medicaid, or other federal or state governmental health care programs. Preferred: Membership with applicable state/national organization. Experience
Required: N/A Preferred: Experience in a primary care setting. Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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