Behavioral Health Consultant

Istss; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Istss in Washington seeks a Behavioral Health Consultant to provide brief, evidence-based assessments and solution-focused interventions within a primary care team. The role emphasizes functional improvement and high-volume, accessible care.

The BHC will triage, co-manage patients with medical and behavioral health issues, and support providers with psychoeducation and behavior change plans, using patient-centered approaches.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral health field.
• Licensed Behavioral Health professional in WA.
• Experience using electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform brief, evidence-based assessments in primary care.
• Provide patient education and behavioral change plans.
• Triage and co-manage patients with medical/behavioral health needs.

Skills

Psychoeducation delivery

Interprofessional collaboration

Population-based care

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health

Washington State license

WA Driver’s License

Tools

Electronic Health Record systems

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) specializes in brief, evidence-based, solution-focused assessments and interventions geared toward functional improvement. BHCs are generalists, providing high-volume services from a population-based lens that are accessible, team-based, and a routine part of primary care. They will Identify, triage, and co-manage patients with medical and behavioral health problems within the primary care setting. They will provide skill training through psychoeducation and patient education strategies and will develop specific behavioral change plans for patients and behavioral health protocols for target populations. They will support both the primary care providers and the patients by providing quality clinical mental health consultations to providers and patients as requested. The Behavioral Health Consultant is a member of the Integrated Clinical Care team providing patient-centered care.

Education and Certifications:

• A master’s degree in the behavioral health field, including Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work;
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or related license in the State of Washington.
• Washington State Driver’s License is required.

Experience:

• 3 years of specialized experience (with AI/AN patients, preferably) is in or related to the line of work of the position, which has provided the applicant with specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job duties successfully.
• Experience using electronic health record systems is required.
• Business computer skills, e.g., email, word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets, are required.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to finger, handle, reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to walk, sit, stand.
• Occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Normal audio and visual acuity

Travel Requirements:

• Local, Statewide, and out-of-state travel may be required.