Behavioral Health Counselor

Overview

• Provide integrated behavioral health care using brief, solution-focused interventions for medical and dental patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to address psychosocial stressors and improve patient adherence to treatment plans.
• Enhance patients' wellbeing by addressing depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns.
• Refer patients to external providers for traditional counseling or ongoing therapy as needed.
• Contribute to an innovative healthcare model serving diverse and underserved populations.
• Work in a federally qualified health center providing care regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
• Utilize evidence-based behavioral health assessment and treatment modalities in a primary care setting.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Collaborate with primary care teams to provide comprehensive behavioral health services to patients.
• Perform patient evaluations, determine differential diagnoses, and plan interventions.
• Document care provided and maintain confidentiality in compliance with organizational standards.
• Facilitate ethical decision-making processes and consult with care teams as needed.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and refer patients for further care within the organization or community.
• Utilize teaching-learning theory to educate patients and families, influencing outcomes positively.
• Identify system-specific issues requiring evaluation and contribute to performance improvement processes.
• Report to the Director of Integrated Behavioral Health and adhere to accreditation guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Master of Social Work degree with clinical licensure as LCSW or LPC-MHSP.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience required; 2+ years preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Arabic, or Kurdish is preferred.
• Certification or experience in trauma, co-occurring disorders, and evidence-based therapies preferred.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with patients and care teams.
• Experience in integrated healthcare settings and innovative delivery methods preferred.
• Flexibility and motivation to work in a primary care environment.