Associate Behavioral Health Consultant (59852)

Circle the City; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle the City is seeking dedicated professionals in Phoenix, AZ to engage in providing comprehensive behavioral health services. This role includes conducting assessments, utilizing evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient health.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field and has two years of experience in behavioral health. Bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish are preferred. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Experience with psychosocial assessment and treatment planning is crucial.
• Excellent communication skills for patient interaction are essential.
• Possessing a current Arizona Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings.
• Utilize screening tools to identify care levels.
• Develop patient-centered treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with patient care team

Experience with psychosocial assessment

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health related field

Master’s degree in a behavioral health related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Downtown Family Health Center - Phoenix, AZ 85007

• Participate in weekly supervision.
• Completes comprehensive individualized assessments that identify psychosocial factors important to management of physical health problems, including any psychological, behavioral, emotional, cognitive, environmental, interpersonal, mental health and/or substance use issues.
• Utilizes screening tools as necessary to identify appropriate levels of care. Screening tools include ASAM, DAST, AUDIT, PHQ-9, GAD-7 and other evidence based tools as appropriate.
• Coordinates within the multidisciplinary team to develop patient-centered treatment plans to improve health and wellness that include the following: clinical summary and recommendations, measurable goals and objectives.
• Monitors patient progress toward identified goals and objectives.
• Provides evidence-based interventions as needed: motivational interviewing, problem solving training, coping skills training, relaxation/mindfulness techniques, cognitive restructuring, teaching impulse control skills, psychoeducation and communication skills training. Interventions may be delivered individually or in a group setting.
• Provides brief interventions and short-term counseling using appropriate modalities for patients with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, addiction and other concerns as needed.
• Works with patients in crisis by providing rapid intervention, risk assessment, de-escalation, safety planning, and coordination of care.
• Supports existing connections to established mental health and substance use treatment services.
• Connects patient to community agencies that address needs of people who experience homelessness.
• Serves as team content expert on behavioral changes, substance use issues and community resources.
• Completes all required documentation within the time frame defined by organization expectations.
• Maintains strict confidentiality guidelines regarding all clients, conversations and referrals in line with local, state and federal statutes and organizational policies.
• Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities.
• Attends relevant and required meetings (both internal and external), trainings, and community events.
• Receives clinical guidance as needed.
• Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
• Maintains current knowledge and skills of all computer programs being used in the agency.
• Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with clients, families, and other personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with patient care team in all settings.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with patients and members of care team.
• Experience with psychosocial assessment and treatment planning.
• Proficient in generally accepted individual, group and crisis counseling theories and interventions.
• Ability to collaborate with professionals from many different social service, healthcare, and government agencies.
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and independently while remaining flexible and calm in tense situations.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of all clinic encounters in an electronic health record.
• Maintain patient confidence and confidential record keeping practices.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including presenting and speaking in public settings.
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, objectives, electronic health records systems and computer systems applications (MS Office, PowerPoint, Chrome, etc.).
• Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and ability to work with diverse staff and patients from all backgrounds.
• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health related field required.
• Master’s degree in a behavioral health related field preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Two years of experience working in behavioral health or primary care behavioral health required.
• Current Arizona Department of Safety Clearance Card or ability to secure one prior to start.
• Requires a current Arizona Driver’s License.