Primary Care Behavioral Health Consultant (LCSW/LPC)

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Employer retirement match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Primary Care Health Home Behavioral Health Consultant in Springfield, MO. You will join an interdisciplinary team to advocate for patients and families, helping overcome barriers to care while coordinating with providers and care managers.

The role focuses on assisting chronically ill patients to manage health behaviors, with strong emphasis on communication, organization, and patient-centered care. On-site position with standard day shift.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or PsyD.
• Active LCSW/LPC or MO-licensed psychologist preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients and families as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate care with providers, case management, and nurse care managers.
• Support chronically ill patients to manage health behaviors and progression.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Medical terminology

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling or PsyD

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

CoxHealth is seeking a Primary Care Health Home Behavioral Health Consultant in Springfield, MO. You will join an interdisciplinary team to advocate for patients and families, helping overcome barriers to care while coordinating with providers and care managers.

The role focuses on assisting chronically ill patients to manage health behaviors, with strong emphasis on communication, organization, and patient-centered care. On-site position with standard day shift.