To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $6,000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!
Support Whole-Person Wellness as a Licensed Clinician - integrated within Primary Care
As a Licensed Clinician -Primary Care (Internal title: Behavioral Health Consultant), you’ll partner with primary care teams to provide integrated, person-centered support that addresses both mental and physical health. You’ll help patients set goals, navigate barriers, and access the resources they need to achieve lasting wellness.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys collaborative care, thrives on variety in their work, and is passionate about improving health outcomes through behavioral interventions and patient support.
- Provide in-person and remote consultation to patients and primary care providers on a range of health concerns, including mental health, chronic conditions, and wellness management
- Administer and interpret screening tools, and assist patients with goal setting and readiness for change using motivational interviewing
- Identify barriers to treatment or medication adherence and support patients in overcoming them
- Facilitate psycho-educational groups on self-management of health concerns
- Conduct brief crisis interventions and safety planning as needed
- Maintain accurate client records, communicate regularly with healthcare team members, and provide referrals to additional behavioral health or social services
- Collaborate with Nurse Care Managers and other team members to address care gaps and quality metrics
- Stay current on therapeutic techniques, best practices, and program admission/utilization criteria
- Provide licensure supervision and perform utilization review activities as assigned
- Attend required trainings and maintain productivity expectations
Master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or psychology required
QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• At least one (1) year of supervised experience treating mental health and behavioral issues related to chronic medical conditions required
• Working knowledge of DSM-5 preferred
QUALIFICATION(S): LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
• Must hold Missouri licensure under one of the following: PLPC, PLMFT, LMSW, or full licensure in the state of Missouri
You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare settings
- Enjoy coaching and supporting patients to achieve meaningful, sustainable changes
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Are adaptable, organized, and able to manage both scheduled and unscheduled patient needs
- Believe in whole-person care and are committed to improving wellness for all individuals
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