Porter-Starke Services, Inc.
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) will provide behavioral health services in the Marram Health Center clinics, engaging patients using a targeted brief therapy model, addressing the behavioral health components that support successful treatment of medical problems, substance use issues, mental health needs and access to community resources and supportive services. Individual, group and/or family therapy may also be provided as needed.
Benefits
401k w/ 20% company matching
11 paid holidays
Tuition assistance up to $5250/year
Loan assistance up to $200/month
Competitive wages
Generous PTO
Employee discount at the local YMCA
HSA/FSA accounts
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee referral program
Casual Fridays
Company paid life insurance policy
Company paid long term disability
Optional insurances (short term disability)
Employee recognition events
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free yearly health screenings
Job Duties
Successfully complete the University of Massachusetts BHC training
Provide assessment, consultation, and brief intervention for psychological/psychiatric problems and/or disorders
Conduct screenings as indicated, and develop diagnoses and treatment plan to guide behavioral health interventions
Assist in the detection of "at risk" patients and development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration
Evaluate crisis situations and apply or access appropriate interventions
Participate in regular communication with providers to promote utilization of BHC's and appropriate referrals to therapy or other services
Provide brief interventions to build patient's coping strategies to manage medical illnesses/conditions
Provide behavioral health interventions as part of an integrated response to a patient's medical and mental health needs
Respond to medical provider requests for a behavioral health intervention in the patient exam rooms and provide therapeutic interventions when behavioral health issues arise during a medical clinic visit
Utilize evidence-based practices effectively
Participate in weekly peer supervision with other BHC's and/or therapists, focusing on effective client engagement, interventions, clinical outcomes and self-reflection
Participate in weekly staffing of Behavioral Health Services patients for all Marram locations and support an integrated health care model in addressing their needs
Assist the primary care team in developing care management processes such as the use of guidelines, disease management techniques, case management, and patient education to improve self-management of chronic disease
Communicate clearly, be responsive, and engage positively with other clinical departments in the organization and with our community partners
Teach patients, families, and staff, prevention, quality care and treatment enhancement techniques
Provide information and referrals to community resources and assist patients in accessing those services
Secure releases of information to referral sources as needed
Other duties as assigned
Competencies
Signs, symptoms and treatment of psychiatric disorders and substance use disorders, across the age spectrum
Knowledge of the behavioral health implications of medical issues
Proficient at targeted brief therapy
Treatment plan formulation and modification as progress develops
Individual, group, and family therapy skills
Proficiency with electronic medical record and excellent clinical documentation skills
Conveys a positive attitude and collaborative style with clinic staff, treatment team, and community partners
Time management and organizational skills
Utilization of a trauma informed care approach to service provision
Maintains strong clinical and ethical standards of practice
Working knowledge of evidence-based practices, including mental health and addictions curricula, and provision of services in a primary care setting
Adaptive and flexible work style; open to learning from various perspectives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions
Ability to work through brief patient contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral health conditions
Should be comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team, and have strong communication skills
Good knowledge of psycho-pharmacology
Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of selected chronic conditions
Education & Experience
Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and/or Marriage and Family Therapy is required
LCSW, LMHC, and/or LMFT is required
Addictions experience and licensure is preferred
At least 3 years of clinical experience with various populations including children, adolescents, families, addressing both mental health and addictions issues is preferred
Behavioral Health Service provision in a primary care setting is preferred
Learn more about Marram Health/Porter-Starke Services, Inc. and other job opportunities by visiting our website: https://www.porterstarke.org
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Benefits
401k w/ 20% company matching
11 paid holidays
Tuition assistance up to $5250/year
Loan assistance up to $200/month
Competitive wages
Generous PTO
Employee discount at the local YMCA
HSA/FSA accounts
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee referral program
Casual Fridays
Company paid life insurance policy
Company paid long term disability
Optional insurances (short term disability)
Employee recognition events
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free yearly health screenings
Job Duties
Successfully complete the University of Massachusetts BHC training
Provide assessment, consultation, and brief intervention for psychological/psychiatric problems and/or disorders
Conduct screenings as indicated, and develop diagnoses and treatment plan to guide behavioral health interventions
Assist in the detection of "at risk" patients and development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration
Evaluate crisis situations and apply or access appropriate interventions
Participate in regular communication with providers to promote utilization of BHC's and appropriate referrals to therapy or other services
Provide brief interventions to build patient's coping strategies to manage medical illnesses/conditions
Provide behavioral health interventions as part of an integrated response to a patient's medical and mental health needs
Respond to medical provider requests for a behavioral health intervention in the patient exam rooms and provide therapeutic interventions when behavioral health issues arise during a medical clinic visit
Utilize evidence-based practices effectively
Participate in weekly peer supervision with other BHC's and/or therapists, focusing on effective client engagement, interventions, clinical outcomes and self-reflection
Participate in weekly staffing of Behavioral Health Services patients for all Marram locations and support an integrated health care model in addressing their needs
Assist the primary care team in developing care management processes such as the use of guidelines, disease management techniques, case management, and patient education to improve self-management of chronic disease
Communicate clearly, be responsive, and engage positively with other clinical departments in the organization and with our community partners
Teach patients, families, and staff, prevention, quality care and treatment enhancement techniques
Provide information and referrals to community resources and assist patients in accessing those services
Secure releases of information to referral sources as needed
Other duties as assigned
Competencies
Signs, symptoms and treatment of psychiatric disorders and substance use disorders, across the age spectrum
Knowledge of the behavioral health implications of medical issues
Proficient at targeted brief therapy
Treatment plan formulation and modification as progress develops
Individual, group, and family therapy skills
Proficiency with electronic medical record and excellent clinical documentation skills
Conveys a positive attitude and collaborative style with clinic staff, treatment team, and community partners
Time management and organizational skills
Utilization of a trauma informed care approach to service provision
Maintains strong clinical and ethical standards of practice
Working knowledge of evidence-based practices, including mental health and addictions curricula, and provision of services in a primary care setting
Adaptive and flexible work style; open to learning from various perspectives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions
Ability to work through brief patient contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral health conditions
Should be comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team, and have strong communication skills
Good knowledge of psycho-pharmacology
Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of selected chronic conditions
Education & Experience
Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and/or Marriage and Family Therapy is required
LCSW, LMHC, and/or LMFT is required
Addictions experience and licensure is preferred
At least 3 years of clinical experience with various populations including children, adolescents, families, addressing both mental health and addictions issues is preferred
Behavioral Health Service provision in a primary care setting is preferred
Learn more about Marram Health/Porter-Starke Services, Inc. and other job opportunities by visiting our website: https://www.porterstarke.org
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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