Primary Care Behavioral Health Consultant

Istss; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Istss in Washington seeks a Behavioral Health Consultant to provide brief, evidence-based assessments and solution-focused interventions within a primary care team. The role emphasizes functional improvement and high-volume, accessible care.

The BHC will triage, co-manage patients with medical and behavioral health issues, and support providers with psychoeducation and behavior change plans, using patient-centered approaches.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral health field.
• Licensed Behavioral Health professional in WA.
• Experience using electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform brief, evidence-based assessments in primary care.
• Provide patient education and behavioral change plans.
• Triage and co-manage patients with medical/behavioral health needs.

Skills

Psychoeducation delivery

Interprofessional collaboration

Population-based care

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health

Washington State license

WA Driver’s License

Tools

Electronic Health Record systems

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Istss in Washington seeks a Behavioral Health Consultant to provide brief, evidence-based assessments and solution-focused interventions within a primary care team. The role emphasizes functional improvement and high-volume, accessible care.

The BHC will triage, co-manage patients with medical and behavioral health issues, and support providers with psychoeducation and behavior change plans, using patient-centered approaches.