Behavioral Health Consultant

Job Description Job Description CARESTL HEALTH is a Non for Profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving St. Louis communities and school-based operations. CareSTL Health is seeking a competent Behavioral Health Consultant who provides behavioral health consultation to children, adolescents, adults, and families to improve their overall psychosocial functioning. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of behavioral health clients Provides effective treatment planning and assists clients in successfully achieving goals. Provides assessment, consultation, and brief intervention for psychological/psychiatric problems and/or disorders. Assists the primary care team in developing care management processes such as the use of guidelines, disease management techniques, case management, and patient education to improve self-management of chronic disease. Evaluate crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions. Assists in the detection of "at risk" patients and the development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration Work as a member of the Care Team to improve health outcomes. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field; or Master's Degree and licensed in counseling, social work, or a related field Experience: A minimum of three (2) years of counseling experience required Experience in delivering behavioral health required Knowledge of DSM IV 5 axis diagnosis required Experience in an integrated healthcare environment preferred Experience in Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and NCQA Standards preferred Licensure Requirements: Licensed in the State of Missouri as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Psychologist. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions Ability to work through brief patient contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral conditions. Comfort with the pace of the primary care environment, working with an interdisciplinary team Good knowledge of psychopharmacology Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of selected chronic conditions Knowledge and competencies with harm reduction, motivational interviewing and relevant treatment modalities that are being used in the field Excellent verbal and written communication skills Other: Must have reliable transportation Additional Information: Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 11 paid holidays per year. Full benefits package. Public Service Loan Forgiveness. *We believe that health care is right and not a privilege. At CARESTL HEALTH we are an equal opportunity employer healthcare center. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, veteran, or disability status.* #J-18808-Ljbffr