Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST/EDUCATOR
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Functional Position Title BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST/EDUCATOR
Position Number 00059390
Appointment Type Regular
Location-City Lake Charles
School/Division MEDICAL SCHOOL
Department Family Medicine
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will be a vital member of the Family Medicine Residency Program, providing expertise in the integration of behavioral health principles and practices within the primary care setting. The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will share responsibilities with the Program Director and other faculty for the design and implementation of the behavioral health curriculum, ensuring residents receive training sufficient to meet and exceed the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Program Requirements for the residency program. The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will focus on various domains including behavioral and community health, human behavior, psychiatry, ethics, doctor-patient communication, cultural humility, quality improvement, interdisciplinary approach, and well-being (for residents and faculty). Such training occurs during specialized didactic presentations, during rotations, one-on-one or group sessions with residents, and longitudinally while co-precepting with faculty physicians. The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will engage in scholarly activities within the Family Medicine Residency Program.
This position will be engaged in direct patient care at 40% effort and 60% effort will be engaged in support of the residency program to include, but not be limited to, precepting and administrative responsibilities.
Additional Position Information
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education Master's
If Other Required Education, please specify
Discipline(s) Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Ethics, or equivalent from an accredited university.
Certifications/Licenses Required Valid license to practice in Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before hire.
Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job 3
Indicate the type of experience required to do the job Teaching experience
Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education PhD
If Other Preferred Education, please specify
Discipline(s)
Certifications/Licenses Preferred
Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number U01616P
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 11/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Date to Begin
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu ).
About the School/Department
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
Posting Summary
Functional Position Title BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST/EDUCATOR
Position Number 00059390
Appointment Type Regular
Location-City Lake Charles
School/Division MEDICAL SCHOOL
Department Family Medicine
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will be a vital member of the Family Medicine Residency Program, providing expertise in the integration of behavioral health principles and practices within the primary care setting. The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will share responsibilities with the Program Director and other faculty for the design and implementation of the behavioral health curriculum, ensuring residents receive training sufficient to meet and exceed the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Program Requirements for the residency program. The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will focus on various domains including behavioral and community health, human behavior, psychiatry, ethics, doctor-patient communication, cultural humility, quality improvement, interdisciplinary approach, and well-being (for residents and faculty). Such training occurs during specialized didactic presentations, during rotations, one-on-one or group sessions with residents, and longitudinally while co-precepting with faculty physicians. The Behavioral Health Specialist/Educator will engage in scholarly activities within the Family Medicine Residency Program.
This position will be engaged in direct patient care at 40% effort and 60% effort will be engaged in support of the residency program to include, but not be limited to, precepting and administrative responsibilities.
Additional Position Information
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education Master's
If Other Required Education, please specify
Discipline(s) Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Ethics, or equivalent from an accredited university.
Certifications/Licenses Required Valid license to practice in Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before hire.
Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job 3
Indicate the type of experience required to do the job Teaching experience
Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education PhD
If Other Preferred Education, please specify
Discipline(s)
Certifications/Licenses Preferred
Indicate the preferred experience to perform the job
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number U01616P
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 11/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Date to Begin
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu ).
About the School/Department
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits