Job description

Behavioral Health Consultant, LCSW * $10k Bonus

The Integrated Behavioral Health team includes licensed master’s level and doctoral level providers who are integrated into primary care settings and some specialty care settings. The Behavioral Health Consultant works together with the Primary Care and Specialty Medicine Providers within clinics and available to the clinic population for brief intervention/assessment services.

The Behavioral Health Consultant, LCSW functions as an integrated member of the care team who assists physicians, advanced practice and other medical staff in managing the overall health of their enrolled populations. A Behavioral Health Consultant helps improve recognition, treatment and management of psychosocial/behavioral problems and psychosocial aspects of medical conditions in enrolled population. The Behavioral Health Consultant provides consultation services to all patients referred by the care team.

This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive wage in the hospitality industry
• Opportunities for growth
• Professional environment

We also offer a comprehensive benefits plan for full-time positions:

• Three medical plan choices: Caregiver Directed Health Plan (CDHP)/Prime PPO Plan Select /PPO Plan w/ Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Dental plan: Delta Dental via Moda Health
• Two vision insurance plan choices: Full-service visual plan by Vision Service Plan (VSP)/Allowance plan administered by First Choice Health
• Retirement plans through Fidelity: 403b employer matching up to 6%
• Additional insurance options include employer-provided life insurance and multiple other options for life and accidental insurance.
• Generous earned time off (ETO) plans
• Caregiver/Employee Assistance Program: free access to certified professionals to help provide advice and support around many of life’s challenges (financial, mental, physical, etc.)
• Engage for Health program: a comprehensive wellness program available to all St. Charles caregivers, family and friends, and is designed to support your journey to better health and well-being through a variety of resources and incentives.

ABOUT ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM: With four hospitals and more than 220 employed medical providers, St. Charles Health System is the largest provider of medical care in Central Oregon. We take our role in our communities seriously and have pledged to work with our partners to achieve our vision: Creating America's healthiest community, together. Our values of Accountability, Caring, and Teamwork are demonstrated daily by our caregivers that are committed to accomplishing our mission of better health, better care, and better value

JOB ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Plans and provides psychological assessment and diagnosis in a primary care setting with brief psychotherapeutic interventions as needed.

Provides targeted assessment and evaluation, including diagnostic impression and functional status on presenting problem(s).

Timely and succinct feedback to primary care physicians regarding consultation findings and recommendations.

Triaging and referring patients to specialty mental health care when appropriate.

Formulation of behavioral health interventions appropriate to the primary care and specialty setting, and assisting with implementation of physician(s) treatment plans.

Providing brief follow-up, including relapse prevention and education.

Developing, teaching, and providing oversight for classes that promote education and skill-building to enhance psychological and physical health.

Providing ongoing consultation services for a sub-set of patients who require ongoing monitoring and follow up (e.g. continuity consultations).

Sharing knowledge with other team members and patients both formally (in-services, consult responses) and informally (hallway conversations).

Working as a medical team member to develop specific clinical pathways or best practice programs for targeted patient groups (chronic pain, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, obesity etc.).

Plans, develops, and implements groups and other services for mental health needs.

Develops behavioral health programs to meet the needs of the changing organization and changes in health care delivery.

Active member of the multi-disciplinary team within the clinic, providing team-based care.

Document all patient care in the proper form and in a timely manner in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies.

Delivers first rate customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, and is timely, efficient and accurate, and courteous.

Be familiar with the St. Charles Medical Group organization structure, communications systems and billing process, completing billing and coding documentation within time assigned by St. Charles Medical Group administration.

Keep all licenses and appropriate certifications current and unrestricted.

Maintain active privileges at a St. Charles Health System hospital sufficient to permit performance of job duties.

Increase understanding and collaboration throughout the medical community regarding provider’s chosen specialty.

Participate in St. Charles Medical Group provider meetings and assist in policy formation for St. Charles Medical Group and provider practice.

Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.

Participates in creating intentional relationships, and put a high level of focus on attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.

Provide a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients/customers in a caring way. This includes introducing oneself and stating your purpose, asking the patient their preferred name, spending time with the patient to determine their care goals, active listening, and using skillful communications (appropriate touch, eye contact, etc.).

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the health system’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violations of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all health system’s investigations and proceedings.

Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

Must maintain compliance of hospital’s Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, as required by St. Charles Health System Board of Directors.

EDUCATION

Required: Masters of Social Work.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

Required: Oregon licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW) (or the ability to become licensed as a LCSW in Oregon prior to starting employment if currently licensed in another state). Ability to become credentialed with insurers (meets all attestation requirements).

Valid driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements.

EXPERIENCE

Required: N/A

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

Position Location: Behavioral Health Consultant positions are located in Sister's, LaPine, Prineville & Madras, Oregon. Primary Care Clinic working in the PCBH model. This position requires an LCSW licensure.

*Eligible for Sign-On and Retention Bonus - $10,000* This position is eligible for a combined sign on and retention bonus in the amount of $10,000*, based on experience 1+ years of experience or Bilingual. To qualify for the bonus, candidates must not have been employed by St. Charles Health System in the last 6 months.

*Bonuses are available to external applicants only and are subject to all applicable tax with holdings.*

*This position qualifies for the National Health Service Corp Loan Repayment Program.

Please Apply: https://www.stcharleshealthcare.org/Careers

Relocation available

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,318.00 - $111,488.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sisters, OR 97759: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Clinical Social Worker (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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