Location: Clifton Park,NY, USA
Our Integrated Behavioral Health Program continues to grow! With one of the nation's leading integrated behavioral health programs following the PCBH model, Community Care Physicians is excited to announce several opportunities to join our growing team. These opportunities are available for full and part-time positions creating options for flexibility to best promote self-care and work/ life balance.Join a team that has been growing year by year and provides a firm foundation exemplifying the new direction in health care; whole-person care, where medical and behavioral practitioners work together to provide the best possible outcomes for their patients. Integrated care offers mental health providers new and exciting opportunities to become a new workforce of providing mental health delivery of the future understanding the close relationship between mental and physical well-being and enhancing access to care.Position Summary:The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) works as part of an integrated primary care team to provide brief, evidence-based interventions for patients with a range of behavioral health concerns. This position is embedded within the primary care setting and follows the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, collaborating closely with primary care providers (PCPs) to address both mental and physical health conditions. The BHC provides rapid, solution-focused consultations aimed at improving overall patient well-being, increasing access to care, and reducing stigma around behavioral health services.Key Responsibilities:Patient Consultation: Provide brief, targeted assessments and interventions for a wide range of behavioral health issues (e.g., depression, anxiety, stress management, lifestyle changes) within the primary care setting.Integrated Care Collaboration: Work closely with primary care providers (PCPs), sharing findings and recommendations to assist in whole-patient care. Provide ongoing consultation to medical staff on behavioral health matters.Evidence-Based Interventions: Utilize brief, evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and problem-solving therapy, ensuring services are tailored to the fast-paced primary care environment.Care Coordination: Help to coordinate care with community mental health services, specialists, and external resources when patients require longer-term or more intensive care.Behavioral Health Screenings: Administer and interpret brief behavioral health screenings (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7), providing feedback to both patients and the primary care team.Documentation: Maintain thorough and timely documentation of patient encounters, assessments, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record (EMR).Psychoeducation: Provide patients and families with education on behavioral health issues, coping strategies, and self-management tools to improve overall well-being.Crisis Intervention: Offer brief crisis interventions as needed and collaborate with the care team to develop safety plans and appropriate referrals.Health Behavior Change: Support patients in managing chronic health conditions by promoting positive behavioral changes, including diet, exercise, medication adherence, smoking cessation, and stress reduction.Group Sessions & Workshops: Facilitate group sessions and educational workshops for patients dealing with common concerns such as stress management, sleep problems, and managing chronic illnesses.Qualifications:Education & Experience:Master's in Counseling or Social Work in a program leading to licensure or a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology.Recent Master's level graduates considered (MHCs and LMSWs).Current NYS licensure or eligibility for licensure (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PsyD, PHD).Minimum of 2 years of experience in behavioral health, preferably in a healthcare setting or integrated care model preferred.Experience with evidence-based treatments including but not limited to CBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness- based interventions. Skills & Competencies:Strong understanding of the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model and experience working in integrated care settings.Ability to provide brief, solution-focused interventions in a fast-paced environment.Excellent collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams (including PCPs, nurses, and care coordinators).Ability to assess a broad range of mental and behavioral health conditions within a primary care population.Strong communication skills to provide clear feedback and recommendations to both patients and medical providers.Familiarity with behavioral health screenings, EMR systems, and patient documentation.Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare setting, managing competing priorities and short consultation times.Working Conditions:Work is performed in a fast-paced primary care office or clinic environment.Frequent interaction with patients, primary care staff, and other healthcare professionals.May require occasional travel between clinic locations.Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.Professional development opportunities, including continuing education.Collaborative and supportive work environment focused on innovation in integrated care.About Our Practice:Provide a brief overview of your integrated care organization, highlighting your commitment to patient-centered care, innovation in healthcare delivery, and dedication to promoting mental and physical health as part of a whole-person approach.This job description highlights the role of a Behavioral Health Consultant as a key member of an integrated care team, where collaboration, flexibility, and the ability to provide brief, effective interventions are critical to success. The BHC will play an important part in ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care that addresses both their physical and behavioral health needs.If you are interested in this opportunity and have the desired qualifications, please Apply Now!Annual salary range: $64,637.75 - $82,413.25CCP salary ranges are designed to be competitive with room for professional and financial growth. Individual compensation is based on several factors unique to each candidate, such as work experience, qualifications, and skills. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay.CCP's compensation packages go far beyond just salary. The company offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurances, paid holidays, paid time off, retirement plan, and much more in a business casual environment!We welcome candidates who will bring diverse intellectual, gender and ethnic perspectives to Community Care Physicians.Community Care Physicians is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with telehealth and virtual behavioral health interventions.Experience with behavioral health concerns in diverse populations, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.