Pediatric Behavioral Health Specialist - Integrated Care

Southern Pediatrics, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 4

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Job summary

Southern Pediatrics seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist to deliver accessible mental health support within our pediatric primary care setting in Nashville. You will work with pediatric teams to identify needs, provide brief interventions, and connect families with resources, supporting a growing, integrated behavioral health program.

The role emphasizes collaboration with providers, family-centered care, and ongoing development as our clinics expand.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of pediatric behavioral health experience.
• Active Tennessee license (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT).
• Experience with Medicaid populations preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or pediatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy to pediatric and adolescent patients.
• Complete behavioral health assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based interventions for anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral concerns, and other pediatric needs.
• Communicate treatment goals and progress with parents/caregivers.
• Maintain clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with pediatric providers to support the whole child.
• Support onboarding and program expansion as the behavioral health service grows.

Skills

Behavioral health

Pediatric care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Patient-centered care

Adaptability

Proactive problem solving

Empathy & compassion

Education

Tennessee license (LCSW/LPC/LMFT)

Job description

Southern Pediatrics seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist to deliver accessible mental health support within our pediatric primary care setting in Nashville. You will work with pediatric teams to identify needs, provide brief interventions, and connect families with resources, supporting a growing, integrated behavioral health program.

The role emphasizes collaboration with providers, family-centered care, and ongoing development as our clinics expand.