Behavioral Health Consultant (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) | Onsite

legacycommunityhealth; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life

FSA

403(b) Match

Disability insurance

$0 Copay - Legacy Visits

$0 Copay - Prescriptions

Travel Insurance

Pet Insurance

Subsidized Gym Membership

Job summary

Legacy Community Health in Houston, TX is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant to provide integrated behavioral health screenings and brief crisis interventions for adults, adolescents, and children within primary care and community settings.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document encounters in a timely manner, participate in supervision, and support prevention and health promotion efforts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social or behavioral sciences is required.
• A full Texas license (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) in good standing is required.
• Minimum of 2 years paid experience in assessment, brief intervention or psychotherapy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and decisions.

Responsibilities

• Screen new clients at risk in primary care to identify problems.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide crisis interventions.
• Offer brief interventions to individuals under stress.
• Deliver clinical services including evaluations and counseling with motivational interviewing.
• Review client records and develop evaluation reports.
• Coordinate with community agencies and health providers.
• Collaborate to develop client-centered treatment plans.
• Re-assess and update treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain documentation within three days of encounters.
• Participate in monthly supervision and billing activities.
• Stay informed on integrated behavioral health techniques.

Skills

Behavioral health screenings

Interventions

Motivational interviewing

Crisis intervention

Client counseling

Education

Master’s degree in social/behavioral sciences

Job description

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• Subsidized Gym Membership
• And much more!

Location: Legacy Acres Homes (LAW) -3011 W Gulf Bank Rd, Houston, TX 77088

Behavioral Health Consultant - Job Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-4PM)

At Legacy Community Health, we invite you to become part of a family that is passionate about creating positive changes in the community. As a Behavioral Health Consultant, you'll be at the heart of this mission, providing vital integrated behavioral health screenings and interventions for those in need. This is your chance to join a dedicated team that strives to enhance community health outcomes every day.

• Role Highlights: Offer crucial behavioral health screenings and interventions to individuals.
• Work Environment: Collaborate with a supportive and dynamic team that values your input.
• Impact: Make a lasting difference in the lives of adults, adolescents, and children.
• Growth Opportunities: Benefit from mentorship and personal development initiatives.
• Mission-Driven: Be instrumental in transforming community healthcare.

Position Summary

To provide high quality integrated behavioral health screenings and brief crisis interventions to clients with identified behavioral health needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Screen new clients at risk in primary care settings to identify and address their presenting problems.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide crisis interventions.
• Offer brief interventions to individuals experiencing biopsychosocial stressors.
• Deliver direct clinical services, including evaluations and counseling using motivational interviewing.
• Review client records and develop comprehensive evaluation reports.
• Assist with service coordination and follow-up procedures.
• Coordinate consultations and services with community agencies and health service providers.
• Collaborate with clients, physicians, and other providers to develop client-centered treatment plans.
• Re-assess clients and update treatment plans as necessary.
• Work a flexible full-time schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Meet monthly with a clinical supervisor to review client cases.
• Document all client encounters in the medical record within three days.
• Perform billing activities according to agency procedures.
• Stay informed on developments in integrated behavioral techniques and research.
• Advise patients on health and illness prevention, including family planning services.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the social or behavioral sciences.
• Must have a "full" current Texas license, (LCSW LPC or LMFT) be in good standing with their credentialing board(Associates/Interns will not be considered).
• Must have a minimum of 2 years paid work experience providing assessment, brief intervention and/or psychotherapy.
• Must be able to manage multiple deadline and decision making responsibilities.
• Provider shall obtain, maintain and participate in the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, workers'
  compensation, other federal and state reimbursement programs, and the payment plan of any
  commercial insurer, health maintenance organization, preferred provider organization, accountable
  health plan, and other health benefit program requested by Legacy.

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamline processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.