Mental Health Coach

Revelations Counseling & Consulting Llc; Virginia; Remote; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Revelations Counseling & Consulting Llc in the United States seeks a licensed Mental Health Coach to support the Defense Health Agency inTransition program. The role focuses on telephonic, one-on-one coaching to guide veterans and service members through transitions between providers and care plans.

The ideal candidate holds an active license in social work, psychology, or related field, a master's degree, and at least 3 years of clinical experience, with strong motivational interviewing and

Qualifications

• Actively licensed mental health professional (social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, behavioral health counseling). Master's degree.
• At least 3 years' experience delivering face-to-face care with triage, care management, motivational interviewing and crisis counseling.
• Must pass favorable interim and final DoD background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized, telephonic, one-on-one coaching to transition between psychological health care providers or initiate care.
• Encourage ongoing engagement with care and promote patient participation in their own care.
• Utilize motivational interviewing, barrier identification, task planning, information delivery, and regular call contact.

Skills

Licensed MH Professional

Master's Degree

Motivational Interviewing

Crisis Counseling

Telehealth Coaching

DoD/VA Experience

Education

Master’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

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Mental Health Coach

InTransition Full Time VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1200

Salary Range: $68,000.00 To $72,000.00 Annually

inTransition Mental Health Coach

Job Summary

The Defense Health Agency inTransition program is a critical program that provides assistance to transitioning service members or veterans who are currently receiving psychological health care (i.e., mental health care or behavioral health care) and wish to receive care at a new destination or with a new provider in their same location, or wish to initiate psychological health care for the first time.

This toll-free call support center program is staffed by professionals who are trained and licensed to provide mental health care to bridge the transitional knowledge gap between identification and receipt of psychological health care services for a broad range of users, including Active-Duty Service Members, Reserve Component Service Members, National Guard, Coast Guard, and Veterans and their families.

Government Reporting: In Direct

Education & Experience

Required

• Actively Licensed Mental Health Professional (social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, behavioral health counseling). Master’s Degree.
• At least a 3 years’ experience delivering face-to-face health care and with demonstrated clinical experience in triage, care management, motivational interviewing, and crisis counseling.
• Must be able to receive a favorable interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation

Preferred

• Prior experience supporting DHA, DoD, or VA healthcare programs.
• Familiarity with behavioral health coaching models or case management practices.

Key Responsibilities

The Licensed inTransition Coach will provide specialized, telephonic, one-on-one coaching to facilitate and support a caller’s transition between psychological health care providers or an initiation of psychological heath care treatment. inTransition Coaches will engage in coaching to encourage continued engagement with psychological health care and promote a caller’s overall participation in their own care seeking and maintenance. Coaching techniques will include utilizing motivational interviewing, aiding with barrier identification and task planning, conveying information, and supporting and educating callers through regular telephonic contact (weekly, or at the preference of the caller). Additional requirements consist of having the ability to:

• Use de-escalation techniques when necessary to ensure a positive provider experience.
• Maintain accurate documentation of interactions to inform future support strategies.
• Stay updated on platform features and product changes to provide accurate support.
• Ensure calls and issues are identified, tracked, reported on and resolved in a timely manner .
• Maintain comprehensive tracking and documentation for all identified issues to completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are commiserate with education and experience
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Technical Skills

Proficient data entry skills; Ability to resolve problems involving more complex concepts, policies, and procedures.

Communication Skills

Fluent in English (oral and written). Excellent communication skills with an ability to explain complex issues clearly; Ability to de-escalate situations and deliver excellent customer service under pressure. Ability to utilize motivational interviewing techniques in coaching and interviewing situations.

Problem Solving / Analysis

Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; Has a realistic understanding of relevant issues. Understanding and resolving crisis and potentially abusive call effectively.

Organizational Skills

Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, and learn systems within time constraints and with available resources; Detail-oriented

Multi-Tasking / Time Management

Ability to prioritize and manage actions to meet changing deadlines and requirements within a high volume, high stress environment

Information Management

Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate it clearly, and draw sound conclusions

Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative

Critical thinkers with an ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; Commitment to tasks to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources

High Intensity Environment

Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with multiple activities occurring simultaneously while maintaining focus and control of workflow

Empathy / Customer Service

Customer-focused behavior; Helping approach, including listening skills, professionalism, patience, respect, and empathy for service members, veterans and others while acknowledging their concerns.

Coping / Flexibility

Resiliency in adapting to a variety of situations and individuals while maintaining a sense of purpose and a mature problem-solving approach. Ability to control the pace and flow of a call/inquiry and manage call time effectively.

Computer Literacy

Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the internet, and other departmental software applications

Commitment to Task

Ability to conform to established policies and procedures; exhibit high motivation

Working Conditions

• Ability to cover any work shift as required .
• Works within a standard remote environment
• Extensive work utilizing a computer with prolonged sitting and possibly wearing a headset

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.

Revelations is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, discipline, and termination.

** This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work expected of the incumbents. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, responsibilities, or competencies required of an incumbent. Incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required. **