Behavioral Health Specialist Only LCSWs

Title Behavioral Health Specialist - LCSW Only Company Oak Street Health Role Description The purpose of a Behavioral Health Specialist at Oak Street Health is to provide care management services and evidence‑based short‑term psychotherapy to our patients with behavioral health needs. The Behavioral Health Specialist is a key resource for Care Teams across a region of Oak Street Health primary clinics. They coordinate and support behavioral healthcare for our patients, collaborating with Care Teams and a psychiatric consultant. Core Responsibilities Collaborate with the primary care teams to identify appropriate patients for the Oak Street Behavioral Health Program, screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders. Develop care plans and 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. 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. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Master’s Degree in the field of mental health counseling/healing arts 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). U.S. work authorization. Proficiency in providing brief, structured intervention techniques (motivational interviewing, behavioral activation, cognitive behavioral). Working knowledge of differential diagnoses of common mental health and/or substance use disorders. Proficient PC skills. Preferred Proficiency in brief, structured intervention techniques (motivational interviewing, behavioral activation, cognitive behavioral). Working knowledge of differential diagnoses of common mental health and/or substance use disorders. Employment Details Anticipated Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Full time Pay Range The typical pay range for this role is: $54,095.00 - $129,615.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. Benefits This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Equal Opportunity Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. Application Window Application deadline: 09/14/2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr