Integrated Behavioral Health Specialist - Primary Care

CHI Health Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

CHI Health Clinic is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team within primary care and specialty settings. You will support patients and families with education, advocacy, and coordinated care throughout their clinic experience.

The role emphasizes empathy, strong communication, and collaboration with physicians and staff to deliver integrated care plans and brief interventions for mental health and substance use needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related behavioral health field.
• Two years of post-licensure experience in mental health/addiction recovery or related field.
• Licensure as LISW or LMHC is required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist primary care physicians in recognizing, treating and managing mental health, substance use, and psychosocial issues.
• Provide consultation and education to primary care providers and staff to improve treatment of mental health problems.
• Provide brief, focused interventions for clients in need of mental health and substance use services within primary care.
• Advise primary care providers on best place of service for patients with mental health or chemical dependency issues.
• Conduct brief screenings or intake interviews to determine diagnoses and create integrated care plans with physicians.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or Social Work or related behavioral health field

Job description

CHI Health Clinic is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team within primary care and specialty settings. You will support patients and families with education, advocacy, and coordinated care throughout their clinic experience.

The role emphasizes empathy, strong communication, and collaboration with physicians and staff to deliver integrated care plans and brief interventions for mental health and substance use needs.