Behavioral Health Clinician

Vera Whole Health, Inc.; Flagstaff (AZ); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vera Whole Health, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to partner with our primary care team, delivering mental health care in person and virtually while empowering patients to participate in their wellness goals.

You will conduct biopsychosocial assessments, apply evidence-based counseling techniques, document in the EMR, and collaborate with medical providers to adjust treatment plans. A Master’s degree and licensure in a mental health field are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in clinical psychology, behavioral science, clinical social work, or related field.
• Licensure: LMHC/LPCC/LCSW/LP or similar Independent State license.

Responsibilities

• Provide brief behavioral interventions for a broad spectrum of physical and mental health problems using evidence-based techniques virtually and in person.
• Screen for mental health issues using biopsychosocial models and appropriate screening instruments.
• Consult and train primary care team on mental health, chemical dependency, and behavioral medicine.
• Utilize EMR and communicate with medical providers concisely and timely.
• Facilitate treatment plan changes with the primary care provider and psychiatric consultant.
• Track patient follow up and clinical outcomes using a registry.
• Participate in team meetings, case presentations, and daily clinic operations.

Skills

Behavioral health services

EMR systems

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based counseling

Education

Master's degree or higher in clinical psychology/behavioral science/related field

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description SummaryVera's clinic model and atmosphere were created to support practitioners who desire to focus on patient care first, encouraging both patient and practitioner to have quality time together during visits to empower patients using empathetic listening to actively participate in their own wellness goals. Vera is proud to have created primary care teams and environments that embrace the interdisciplinary team-based care concept to provide quality care to our patients and improve mental health outcomes by supporting patients' behavioral health needs. As a Behavioral Health Clinician at our primary care center, you'll partner with other health professionals to address patients' mental health care needs and support them to reach their overall health goals. You will support on-site clinics and clinics virtually.How will you make an impact & RequirementsProvide brief behavioral interventions for a broad spectrum of physical and mental health problems using evidence-based techniques such as behavioral activation, problem-solving treatment, motivational interviewing, or other treatments as appropriate virtually and in person.Apply solid working knowledge of biopsychosocial models of human behavior and development for assessment of patient care to include knowledge of the use of mental health screening instruments, as well as the ability to screen for and identify substance abuse problemsA high level of comfort in providing consultation and training to other members of the primary care team in the areas of mental health, chemical dependency, and behavioral medicine.Effectively utilize electronic health record and verbal communication to concisely communicate relevant information to medical providers, and other treating providers in a timely manner.Facilitate treatment plan changes for patients who are not improving as expected in consultation with the primary care provider and the psychiatric consultant who may need more intensive or specialized mental health care.Facilitate referrals for clinically indicated services outside of the organization.Track patient follow up and clinical outcomes using a registry.Participates in team meetings, consultations, case presentations.Actively participates in the daily clinic operations, including process improvement and development of a team-based approach.Actively participates in larger BH team as a whole, including process improvement, team based activities and onboarding of new teammatesComplies with all applicable federal, state and county laws and regulations, Vera policies and procedures and all safety regulations.Other duties as assignedMinimum Education/Experience:Master's degree or higher in clinical psychology, behavioral science, clinical social work, or a related field.Licensure: Licensed Mental Health Counselor/Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed PsychologistIndependent State license2 years of experience providing behavioral health services to a wide range of ages, preferably within a healthcare settingExperience with evidence-based counseling techniquesExperience working in EMR systemsExperience in coding and documentation, preferably experience includes Medicare Advantage and HCCPreferred Qualifications:Psychologist preferredClinical experience within an integrated care delivery system.Flexible, high-energy level, team player, and strong interest in health and fitness, extroverted, self-starter, interest in larger systems issues in addition to individual patient care.Working knowledge of evidence-based psychosocial treatments and brief behavioral health interventions for common mental health disorders, when appropriate (e.g., motivational interviewing, problem- solving treatment, behavioral activation).National Provider Identifier required at hireDemonstrated Attributes:Manage own caseload and work schedule to maintain a balance of professional standards of practice, quality patient care and the needs of the Behavioral Health patients. Aware of demand for services and manage caseload to meet access requirements.Highly organized.Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships throughout all levels of the organization - Excellent verbal and written communication.Ability to be creative and innovative in a fast-paced environment with a variety of team members.Ability to champion quality throughout the organization.Compensation Range:$35.43to$53.15The anticipated base salary range represents the Company's good-faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.