Behavioral Health Consultant - Part-Time

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Toppenish (WA); On-site; USD 67,888 - 81,457; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including medical, dental, vision

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Continuing education support

Job summary

A community health center in Toppenish, WA, seeks a part-time Behavioral Health Consultant to provide integrated behavioral health services. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology or a Master's level license in a related field. Responsibilities include delivering mental health support within a primary care setting, consulting with healthcare providers, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care. The role offers competitive pay and a supportive environment focused on serving diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. required for Clinical Psychologist position.
• Master's Degree in relevant field for Master's-level therapist.
• Experience with mental illness treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site behavioral health services in a primary care clinic.
• Consult with Providers for patient care.
• Support interdisciplinary treatment plans.
• Conduct training sessions for staff and community organizations.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Consultation with Providers

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Culturally informed care

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology

Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Job Brief

Behavioral Health Consultant Toppenish, WA

Employment duration: Part time

Exempt Status: Non-exempt

Offer Relocation: Yes

ID: 12932

Join our team as a part-time Behavioral Health Consultant at Toppenish Medical Dental Clinic! The Behavioral Health Consultant provides primary care-based behavioral health services to clients with complex or chronic needs, depending on the assigned program as determined in the treatment or care plan of the client. Counseling or therapeutic services are provided as part of a team, with primary care-based services being integrated into the care plan directed by the primary care provider. We offer this position at either a PsyD/PhD clinical psychologist or an independently licensed Master's-level mental health therapist. As an FQHC, we are a patient-centered medical home dedicated to serving our communities. Taking care of a patient's health means caring for them with compassion. We treat our patients how they want to be treated, regardless of where they live, where they are from, or what they can pay. Our doors are open to all, regardless of their citizenship status. We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Explore our short clips, "are Yakima - WE are Family" and "," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families. Visit our website at to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights

Clinical Psychologist

• $59.13/hour
• $5,000.00 Hiring Bonus Structure
• • At Hire: $1,500.00
  • At 180 days (6 months): $2,000.00
  • At 12 months: $1,500.00
• Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Master's-level independently licensed therapist

• $49.28/hour
• $3,500.00 Hiring Bonus Structure
• • At Hire: $1,050.00
  • At 180 days (6 months): $1,400.00
  • At 12 months: $1,050.00
• Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Benefits

• Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, continuing education, and much more!

What You'll Do

• Provide on-site behavioral health services in a primary care clinic.
• Provide consultation with Providers to aid or assist in the primary care of patients.
• Serve as primary mental health Provider or ancillary health Provider as needed.
• Assist care team with ICD-11 diagnoses, adding mental health differential diagnoses and contextual and relational perspectives.
• Work across disciplines to provide equitable biopsychosocial-spiritual care, intervening in support of team and patient goals.
• Use culturally informed and evidence-based literature for shared decision-making around health behaviors and assist with navigating the healthcare system.
• Work in a closely organized, interdisciplinary team on treatment plans, patient advocacy, and clinic processes.
• Conduct individual and group training for staff in areas of expertise and to community organizations as requested by supervisor.
• Develop research-related funding proposals.
• Partner with other Providers to triage referrals.

  Qualifications

  Clinical Psychologist Requirements

  • Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology.
  • Experience Preferred: One year's clinical experience working within a multidisciplinary team in primary care or other medical settings, providing diagnostic and psychological assessments for primary care-based positions. One year's clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families in specialty behavioral health settings.
  • Licenses/Registration: Licensed Psychologist within the state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 45 days of hire.

  Master's Level Therapist Requirements

  • Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
  • Experience Required: Two years of postgraduate/master’s experience in the direct treatment of persons with mental illness or emotional disturbance; such experience must have been gained under the supervision of a mental health professional. Washington State designation as a Mental Health Professional (MHP) may be substituted for this experience requirement.
  • Licenses/Certificates/Registration: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 45 days of hire. One of the following licenses is required for this position (must apply for within one week of hire if the license is not current):
  • • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
    • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
    • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

  Additional Requirements

  Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required

  Our Mission Statement

  “Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

  Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

  Contact us at [e-mail] to learn more about this opportunity!