Nhcare
Behavioral Health Consultant (LCSW, Psychologist, LPCC)
Nhcare, Temecula, California, United States, 92591
Behavioral Health Consultant (LCSW, Psychologist, LPCC)
BJob Category: Clinical
Requisition Number: BEHAV003541
Posted: December 22, 2025 | Full-Time | Hybrid
Locations Temecula, 41840 Enterprise Circle North, Temecula, CA 92590, USA
Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision: a community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.
As a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) community health organization, we serve over 506,563 medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 96,867 people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.
Since 1969, our employees have been making this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If this sounds like an organization you would like to be a part of, we would love to meet you.
The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) will work to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare by providing direct patient care for behavioral health services. This role will meet with individuals and families to provide brief behavioral psychotherapy services to patients and consultations primary care providers using an integrated care model.
This is a hybrid position, onsite Wednesday & Thursday.
Responsibilities
Provides short term targeted psychotherapy for problems identified by primary care providers
Performs initial and ongoing behavioral health assessment to develop patient care plans
Evaluates patients to identify social, emotional, and economic factors which may interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care
Provides brief psychotherapy to patients and families
Addresses and factors co-occurring disorders into patient’s care plan
Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees
Provide crisis management and psychoeducation for patients and families
Conducts “warm hand offs” at medical provider requests
Acknowledges and honors patients’ psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural beliefs
Utilizes BHC staff protocols for referral, follow-up, and quality assurance
Provider & Team Support
Consults with primary care providers about behavioral aspects of their patients’ medical treatment
Contributes to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities
Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public
Cooperates in accomplishing department goals and objectives
Participates in case conferences, trainings, and departmental or agency meetings, as directed
Regulatory Compliance
Follows BHC protocols, policies, and procedures
Provides personal information and participates in the credentialing process with managed care companies
Attends continuing education programs offered to upgrade professional skills and maintain licensing requirements
Documents legible and legally defensible medical records
Qualifications Education/Experience
Education
Doctorate degree in psychology with a valid CA Psychology License
Master’s degree in social work with a valid CA LCSW License
Master’s degree in counseling with a valid CA LPCC License
Valid BLS certification from approved American Health Association provider required upon hire
Two year of pre/post licensure psychotherapy experience with children, adults, and/or adolescents required; child/adolescent experience required
Experience providing health psychotherapy services, such as smoking cessation, weight management, stress management, or work with chronically medically ill patients
Additional Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Knowledgeable about and experience with displaying of normal signs of human development and ability to assess and provide age-appropriate care
Ability to work well in an interdisciplinary team within medical care.
Ability to operate one or more word-processing, spreadsheet, and/or electronic medical records systems
Ability to do some charting simultaneously while in session
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing, legible handwriting, and proofreading skills
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent planning and organizational ability
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift/carry 10 lbs/weight
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Salary Ranges
Psychologist: $110,000-$160,000 per year, depending on experience.
LCSW/LPCC: $95,000-$130,000 per year, depending on experience.
Compensation Disclosure: The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, Budgetary considerations and organizational needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Requisition Number: BEHAV003541
Posted: December 22, 2025 | Full-Time | Hybrid
Locations Temecula, 41840 Enterprise Circle North, Temecula, CA 92590, USA
Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision: a community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.
As a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) community health organization, we serve over 506,563 medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 96,867 people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.
Since 1969, our employees have been making this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If this sounds like an organization you would like to be a part of, we would love to meet you.
The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) will work to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare by providing direct patient care for behavioral health services. This role will meet with individuals and families to provide brief behavioral psychotherapy services to patients and consultations primary care providers using an integrated care model.
This is a hybrid position, onsite Wednesday & Thursday.
Responsibilities
Provides short term targeted psychotherapy for problems identified by primary care providers
Performs initial and ongoing behavioral health assessment to develop patient care plans
Evaluates patients to identify social, emotional, and economic factors which may interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care
Provides brief psychotherapy to patients and families
Addresses and factors co-occurring disorders into patient’s care plan
Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees
Provide crisis management and psychoeducation for patients and families
Conducts “warm hand offs” at medical provider requests
Acknowledges and honors patients’ psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural beliefs
Utilizes BHC staff protocols for referral, follow-up, and quality assurance
Provider & Team Support
Consults with primary care providers about behavioral aspects of their patients’ medical treatment
Contributes to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities
Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public
Cooperates in accomplishing department goals and objectives
Participates in case conferences, trainings, and departmental or agency meetings, as directed
Regulatory Compliance
Follows BHC protocols, policies, and procedures
Provides personal information and participates in the credentialing process with managed care companies
Attends continuing education programs offered to upgrade professional skills and maintain licensing requirements
Documents legible and legally defensible medical records
Qualifications Education/Experience
Education
Doctorate degree in psychology with a valid CA Psychology License
Master’s degree in social work with a valid CA LCSW License
Master’s degree in counseling with a valid CA LPCC License
Valid BLS certification from approved American Health Association provider required upon hire
Two year of pre/post licensure psychotherapy experience with children, adults, and/or adolescents required; child/adolescent experience required
Experience providing health psychotherapy services, such as smoking cessation, weight management, stress management, or work with chronically medically ill patients
Additional Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Knowledgeable about and experience with displaying of normal signs of human development and ability to assess and provide age-appropriate care
Ability to work well in an interdisciplinary team within medical care.
Ability to operate one or more word-processing, spreadsheet, and/or electronic medical records systems
Ability to do some charting simultaneously while in session
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing, legible handwriting, and proofreading skills
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent planning and organizational ability
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift/carry 10 lbs/weight
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Salary Ranges
Psychologist: $110,000-$160,000 per year, depending on experience.
LCSW/LPCC: $95,000-$130,000 per year, depending on experience.
Compensation Disclosure: The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, Budgetary considerations and organizational needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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