Emory University - FSAP
Behavioral Health Consultant (Social Worker)
Emory University - FSAP, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Behavioral Health Consultant (Social Worker)
US-OR-Portland
Requisition ID:
2025-37094
Position Category:
Hospital/Clinic Support
Job Type:
AFSCME union represented
Position Type:
Regular Full-Time
Posting Department:
Family Medicine at Richmond
Posting Salary Range:
$42.32 - $58.12 per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity
Posting FTE:
0.90
Posting Schedule:
Monday - Friday
Posting Hours:
8:00am - 8:00pm
HR Mission:
Healthcare
Drug Testable:
Yes
LinkedIn Job Code:
#LI-EC1
Department Overview The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) position is a behavioral health clinician who operates as a core member of the integrated care team within the Family Medicine at Richmond clinic. This position involves a high degree of clinical complexity and requires advanced-level generalist skill in delivering evidence‑based interventions targeted to improve health and wellbeing for a large variety of patients across the lifespan. The BHC position serves as an advocate and champion for integrated behavioral health within the primary care setting.
OHSU Family Medicine at Richmond is designated as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and cares for over 16,000 community members as part of the community safety net. Some applicants may qualify to apply for student loan repayment due to FQHC designation. We are committed to providing an open and equitable recruitment process with the goal of recognizing diverse lived experience that will contribute to the success of the organization and goals of this position. We are deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity and welcome applications from candidates who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values, and accountability to these values helps us better serve our diverse community.
Function/Duties of Position Direct Patient Services and Documentation
Provide primary care behavioral health interventions including proactive patient identification (scrubbing), brief interventions via same‑day Warm Hand‑Offs, scheduled patient follow‑ups, consultation to all care team members, assessments, and crisis intervention.
Participate in behavioral health case management as part of a multidisciplinary team to address complex patient needs appropriately. This includes both short‑ and long‑term involvement and a high level of coordination with internal and community‑based resources.
Maintain a professional presence for the clinic and actively engage with teams and stakeholders.
Document services appropriately in EHR in accordance with existing workflows to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain technology fluency in support of in‑clinic and telehealth.
Maintain accessibility via department standard means (phone, pager, email, etc.) and appropriate professional boundaries as a part of the primary care team.
Teaching
Provide effective teaching to all clinic learners including medical residents and care team members regarding behavioral health issues, evidence‑based interventions, primary care integration, and patient engagement/communication strategies.
Other Duties as Assigned Other duties may include additional responsibilities as needed.
Required Qualifications
A Master’s Social Work (MSW) required.
Certificate of Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required for employees who practice clinical social work.
Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies)
Experience in behavioral health counseling, brief short‑term therapy strategies, and case management.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the clinic and learning environment.
Ability to contribute to the success of the organization through support of and seeking out diversified ideas and perspectives.
Demonstrated understanding of trauma‑informed and patient‑centered care.
Ability to work independently utilizing critical thinking, problem solving, and time management skills.
Skill in developing and maintaining professional relationships quickly.
Capacity to manage technology supportive of in‑person and telehealth including but not limited to electronic health record, virtual meeting platforms, and pager.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary care behavioral health consultation, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, cognitive‑behavioral counseling strategies and their application to population‑based care for preventive and chronic care issues.
Demonstrated ability to practice with minimal supervision using sound clinical judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
Health care experience preferred.
Training in Primary Care Behavioral Health.
Experience as a Behavioral Health Consultant in a Primary Care setting.
Experience as a clinician in primary care or health care setting.
Experience in clinical teaching as a field instructor with social work students.
Understanding of patient‑centered medical home and trauma informed care principles.
Interest and experience in program development, improvement, and assessment.
Language skills: Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian, Arabic, Korean.
Additional Details Hours:
Monday‑Friday; 8am‑5pm
Work location
is in‑clinic with some opportunities for remote work.
Frequent interruptions in an environment of frequent change and fluctuations.
May be exposed to body fluids, tissue, possible radiation exposure, and infectious processes.
Able to utilize office equipment including computer, smartphone, and pager in‑clinic and remote.
Some travel may be required.
Benefits
Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full‑time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Two separate above‑market pension plans to choose from
Vacation - up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year
8 paid holidays per year
Substantial Tri‑met and C‑Tran discounts
Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Posted 12/02/25 3:16pm
All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department
at 503‑494‑5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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Requisition ID:
2025-37094
Position Category:
Hospital/Clinic Support
Job Type:
AFSCME union represented
Position Type:
Regular Full-Time
Posting Department:
Family Medicine at Richmond
Posting Salary Range:
$42.32 - $58.12 per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity
Posting FTE:
0.90
Posting Schedule:
Monday - Friday
Posting Hours:
8:00am - 8:00pm
HR Mission:
Healthcare
Drug Testable:
Yes
LinkedIn Job Code:
#LI-EC1
Department Overview The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) position is a behavioral health clinician who operates as a core member of the integrated care team within the Family Medicine at Richmond clinic. This position involves a high degree of clinical complexity and requires advanced-level generalist skill in delivering evidence‑based interventions targeted to improve health and wellbeing for a large variety of patients across the lifespan. The BHC position serves as an advocate and champion for integrated behavioral health within the primary care setting.
OHSU Family Medicine at Richmond is designated as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and cares for over 16,000 community members as part of the community safety net. Some applicants may qualify to apply for student loan repayment due to FQHC designation. We are committed to providing an open and equitable recruitment process with the goal of recognizing diverse lived experience that will contribute to the success of the organization and goals of this position. We are deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity and welcome applications from candidates who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values, and accountability to these values helps us better serve our diverse community.
Function/Duties of Position Direct Patient Services and Documentation
Provide primary care behavioral health interventions including proactive patient identification (scrubbing), brief interventions via same‑day Warm Hand‑Offs, scheduled patient follow‑ups, consultation to all care team members, assessments, and crisis intervention.
Participate in behavioral health case management as part of a multidisciplinary team to address complex patient needs appropriately. This includes both short‑ and long‑term involvement and a high level of coordination with internal and community‑based resources.
Maintain a professional presence for the clinic and actively engage with teams and stakeholders.
Document services appropriately in EHR in accordance with existing workflows to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain technology fluency in support of in‑clinic and telehealth.
Maintain accessibility via department standard means (phone, pager, email, etc.) and appropriate professional boundaries as a part of the primary care team.
Teaching
Provide effective teaching to all clinic learners including medical residents and care team members regarding behavioral health issues, evidence‑based interventions, primary care integration, and patient engagement/communication strategies.
Other Duties as Assigned Other duties may include additional responsibilities as needed.
Required Qualifications
A Master’s Social Work (MSW) required.
Certificate of Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required for employees who practice clinical social work.
Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies)
Experience in behavioral health counseling, brief short‑term therapy strategies, and case management.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the clinic and learning environment.
Ability to contribute to the success of the organization through support of and seeking out diversified ideas and perspectives.
Demonstrated understanding of trauma‑informed and patient‑centered care.
Ability to work independently utilizing critical thinking, problem solving, and time management skills.
Skill in developing and maintaining professional relationships quickly.
Capacity to manage technology supportive of in‑person and telehealth including but not limited to electronic health record, virtual meeting platforms, and pager.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary care behavioral health consultation, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, cognitive‑behavioral counseling strategies and their application to population‑based care for preventive and chronic care issues.
Demonstrated ability to practice with minimal supervision using sound clinical judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
Health care experience preferred.
Training in Primary Care Behavioral Health.
Experience as a Behavioral Health Consultant in a Primary Care setting.
Experience as a clinician in primary care or health care setting.
Experience in clinical teaching as a field instructor with social work students.
Understanding of patient‑centered medical home and trauma informed care principles.
Interest and experience in program development, improvement, and assessment.
Language skills: Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian, Arabic, Korean.
Additional Details Hours:
Monday‑Friday; 8am‑5pm
Work location
is in‑clinic with some opportunities for remote work.
Frequent interruptions in an environment of frequent change and fluctuations.
May be exposed to body fluids, tissue, possible radiation exposure, and infectious processes.
Able to utilize office equipment including computer, smartphone, and pager in‑clinic and remote.
Some travel may be required.
Benefits
Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full‑time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Two separate above‑market pension plans to choose from
Vacation - up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year
8 paid holidays per year
Substantial Tri‑met and C‑Tran discounts
Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Posted 12/02/25 3:16pm
All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department
at 503‑494‑5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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