Behavioral Health Specialist Requires LCSW or LPC or LMFT Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Job Title Behavioral Health Specialist—Requires LCSW, LPC or LMFT—Bilingual Spanish Preferred Company and Location Oak Street Health, Mesquite Role Overview The purpose of a Behavioral Health Specialist at Oak Street Health is to provide care management services and evidence‑based short‑term psychotherapy to patients with behavioral health needs. This role is a key resource for Care Teams across a region of Oak Street Health primary clinics, coordinating and supporting behavioral healthcare in collaboration with Care Teams and a psychiatric consultant. Core Responsibilities Collaborate with primary care teams to identify and refer appropriate patients to the Oak Street Behavioral Health Program, screening and assessing for common mental health and substance use disorders. Develop care plans and provide or facilitate referrals to Oak Street’s psychiatric consultant and/or external resources. Provide short‑term counseling and evidence‑based treatments. Coordinate care with Oak Street’s psychiatric consultant, including warm handoffs for telehealth visits and collaboration on care plans. Develop relationships with primary care teams and consistently communicate changes in behavioral health care plans. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters and counseling sessions in Oak Street’s electronic medical record. Participate in regional and organizational efforts to advance Oak Street’s Behavioral Health Program through workshops, feedback sessions, and surveys. Possibly cover multiple clinics, depending on maturity and panel sizes. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Master’s Degree in mental health counseling or a related field from an accredited school (Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, etc.). Highest clinical level of license (or local equivalent). Experience with screening for common mental health and/or substance use disorders. Experience with assessment and treatment planning for common mental health and/or substance use disorders. Familiarity with brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Problem Solving, Cognitive Behavioral). US work authorization. Proficiency providing brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Behavioral) – strongly preferred. Working knowledge of differential diagnoses of common mental health and/or substance use disorders. Proficient PC skills. Employment Details Anticipated weekly hours: 40. Time type: Full time. Pay range: $60,522.00 – $129,615.00; actual offer depends on experience, education, geography and other factors. Benefits Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources. EEO Statement Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr 8353 Oak Street Health of Texas PLLC