Behavioral Health Consultant

Behavioral Health Consultant

Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (no weekends, nights, or major holidays)

Full-time (40/hour per week)

Locations available: Knoxville and Morristown, TN, in-person

Who we are:

River Valley Health is a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center caring for over 70,000 patients across 13 counties in Tennessee. We provide integrated primary medical, behavioral, dental, optometry, and clinical pharmacy services through our nationally recognized integrated model of care. We are committed to serving our mission to care for all, regardless of ability to pay, through innovation, excellence, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments to identify psychological, behavioral, or emotional conditions.
• Work closely with primary care providers, nurses, and other medical professionals to integrate behavioral health services into overall patient care plans.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patients' needs.
• Provide immediate support and interventions for patients in crisis or experiencing mental health emergencies.

Qualifications:

• A master's or doctoral degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.
• Active license and in good standing in the State of Tennessee, eligible for licensure, or in the process of getting a license as a LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC.
• Experience working as a BHC or in an integrated primary care required.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a nonprofit organization focused on community health that values your work/life balance.
• Work with a dedicated team of professionals.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package , including competitive PTO package.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Job description subject to change.