Integrated Behavioral Health Specialist - Primary Care

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide integrated behavioral health services within a primary care setting in Georgia.

The role involves assessments, brief interventions, therapy, coordination of care, and referrals to ensure whole-person, culturally competent care. The position requires a Master’s in social work with a Georgia LCSW or LPC credential, current CPR certification, and at least two years of healthcare or social services experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work and licensure (LCSW or LPC) in Georgia.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in healthcare or social services setting.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Ability to develop and implement effective care plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop personalized treatment plans based on client needs and goals.
• Provide brief, evidence-based interventions for mild to moderate mental health concerns.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and create individualized care plans.
• Deliver crisis intervention and safety planning for acute distress.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty mental health and community resources.
• Document encounters in EHR per HIPAA and regulatory standards.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in social work

LCSW or LPC credential in GA

Job description

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide integrated behavioral health services within a primary care setting in Georgia.

The role involves assessments, brief interventions, therapy, coordination of care, and referrals to ensure whole-person, culturally competent care. The position requires a Master’s in social work with a Georgia LCSW or LPC credential, current CPR certification, and at least two years of healthcare or social services experience.