Behavioral Health Associate

Ches Penn; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) and Roth IRA Retirement Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ches Penn in Delaware County is looking for a Behavioral Health Consultant Associate to provide integrated behavioral health care. The role involves working with patients, families, and the medical team, focusing on crisis intervention and consultation.

Candidates should have a Master’s Degree in Social Work, LSW licensure, and ideally be bilingual in Spanish. Ches Penn offers health benefits, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Licensure as LSW or eligible in Pennsylvania.
• Experience in behavioral health consultation.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health consultation services to individuals and families.
• Work as part of a healthcare team for behavioral health issues.
• Conduct crisis assessments and safety planning.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Behavioral health consultation

Crisis assessment

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Current State of Pennsylvania LSW Licensure

Job description

About Us:

ChesPenn is a network of community health centers in Delaware County. Our mission is to provide quality, integrated, and culturally sensitive medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare to adults and children regardless of their income, insurance status, or ability to pay. Simply put, our goal is to provide a healthcare home for every person living in the communities we serve. Be part of our mission to care for your community. This is a job that will love you back!

Position Summary:

The Behavioral Health Consultant Associate serves as a member of the medical team providing direct care to the population of medical practice and working under the supervision of a licensed Behavioral Health Consultant. The BHA provides integrated behavioral health care during and after medical visits, by implementing the principles of Primary Care Behavioral Health. The BHA reports to the Behavioral Health Consultant.

Qualifications:

• Completed Master’s Degree in Social Work. Licensed Social Worker (LSW), or eligible in Pennsylvania.
• Clinical track and internship documentation required.
• Licenses and Certifications: Current State of Pennsylvania LSW Licensure, or LSW eligible.
• This position regularly serves Spanish‑speaking patients and the ability to communicate professionally in Spanish is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• 100% Employer Paid Life and LTD Insurance
• Generous Paid Leave (vacation, personal and sick leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) and Roth IRA Retirement Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Provide behavioral health consultation services to individuals, families, and groups, as needed based on the needs of patients and medical practice.
• Work as a member of the healthcare team providing behavioral health services to pediatric and adult patients with behavioral health issues, substance use disorder and/or chronic medical conditions.
• Crisis assessment, intervention, and safety planning as needed.
• Perform targeted strengths‑based assessment and evaluation, including diagnostic impressions and functional status focused on the presenting problem.
• Provide timely and succinct feedback to Providers regarding consultation findings and recommendations.
• Concise documentation in the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Triage and refer patients to specialty mental health care when appropriate.
• Provide brief follow‑up, including relapse‑prevention education.
• Provide on‑going consultation services for a sub‑set of patients who require on‑going monitoring and follow‑up.
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision with the ChesPenn Behavioral Health Consultant.
• Abilities to work at other locations assigned.
• Complete training required by organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Moderate physical effort in carrying charts, forms, supplies, and equipment.

Work Environment:

• Primary work environment is a busy multi‑cultural ambulatory care setting. There is routine exposure to infectious disease and blood‑borne pathogens.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Because employees work with families and children and due to the sensitive nature of patient medical information, we require all applicants who receive and accept employment offers to complete child abuse and criminal background checks before being hired.