Behavioral Health Consultant (Therapist)

Behavioral Health Consultant

Jackson, Michigan | Center for Family Health
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Paid according to program guidelines
Why This Role Matters

At Center for Family Health, we believe behavioral health is an important part of whole-person care. Our Behavioral Health Consultants work closely with patients, primary care providers, and care teams to provide counseling, support, crisis intervention, and care coordination that helps patients improve their overall well-being.

We are looking for a compassionate, adaptable therapist who enjoys working in a collaborative, team-based healthcare setting and wants to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families.
Student Loan Repayment Opportunity

As a Federally Qualified Health Center, Center for Family Health is an approved site for the NHSC Behavioral Health Loan Repayment Program , offering qualified behavioral health clinicians the opportunity to apply for federal student loan repayment while serving our community.
What We Offer

Center for Family Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
FSA & HSA options
Employee Assistance Program
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Employer-Paid Life Insurance plus voluntary options
403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match after one year
Continuing Education Fund
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Generous Paid Time Off
9 Paid Holidays plus 1 Personal Holiday
Perfect Attendance Bonus
Discounted Jackson YMCA Membership
What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

Provide individual, family, and group counseling
Deliver crisis intervention and behavioral health support
Complete mental health screenings, assessments, and treatment plans
Partner with primary care providers to address mental health and psychosocial needs
Support patients with behavior change, self-management skills, and lifestyle goals
Help identify barriers to care and connect patients with appropriate resources
Lead patient education and support groups
Collaborate with care team members to coordinate patient care
Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential documentation
Participate in peer review, case consultation, and quality improvement activities
What Makes You a Great Fit

Master's degree in Social Work with limited or full licensure, or Licensed Professional Counselor licensure required
Minimum of 2 years of Social Work experience preferred
BLS certification required or ability to obtain
Strong understanding of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatment approaches
Comfortable working in a collaborative, primary care setting
Strong assessment, communication, documentation, and time management skills
Commitment to patient confidentiality and compassionate care
Join Our Team

If you are passionate about helping patients move forward with the support, tools, and care they need, we would love to learn more about you.

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