Bilingual Behavioral Health Consultant – Primary Care

Columbia Basin Health Association; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant to collaborate with medical providers and CBHA staff within the Integrated Behavioral Health team. The role focuses on brief solution-focused interventions, increasing access to behavioral health services for patients, and coordinating referrals for specialty care.

The ideal candidate will partner with the team to deliver high-quality care, uphold confidentiality, and participate in program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Requires Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Licensed to provide behavioral health interventions (LMHC, LMHC-A, or LICSW).
• Proficient with basic MS Office and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Works as part of the primary care team to manage patients with emotional and/or health problems.
• Provide timely behavioral health interventions and referrals; educate patients and staff.
• Maintain records of interventions per program requirements and guidelines.
• Monitor program and participate in training or evaluation of peers and staff.

Skills

Behavioral health theory

Case management

Ethical practices

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Master's Degree in social work or counseling or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant to collaborate with medical providers and CBHA staff within the Integrated Behavioral Health team. The role focuses on brief solution-focused interventions, increasing access to behavioral health services for patients, and coordinating referrals for specialty care.

The ideal candidate will partner with the team to deliver high-quality care, uphold confidentiality, and participate in program evaluation.