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Meriter-UnityPoint Health Behavioral Health Consultant-Licensed; Clinics; 1.0 FTE, Day Shift in DeForest, Wisconsin
13905BRDepartment Name:CLI MCC Health Psychology Location:Deforest Clinic Job Description: $7,500 Sign-on Bonus eligible!
The Behavioral Health Consultant team members work in a primary care clinic as integral members of the team. Behavioral Health Consultants provide short term, evidenced-based, individual therapy and psychoeducation services to diverse patient populations of all ages (adults/adolescents/children). A BHC works in a generalist role and should be comfortable assessing and working with a wide array of presenting issues. They should also be adept at closely collaborating with the primary care providers (PCP) and other team members to provide consultation related to a variety of behavioral health conditions. Other required skills and duties are outlined below.
Why UnityPoint Health?
Commitment to our Team – For the second consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare (https://www.unitypoint.org/news-and-articles/press-releases/unitypoint-health-named-top-place-to-work-in-healthcare-for-second-consecutive-year) by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture (https://www.unitypoint.org/join-our-team/our-culture) guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities (https://uphtotalrewards.com/my-personal-growth/) is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Marriage & Family
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Skilled in collecting diagnostic information, diagnostic assessment, and differential diagnosis
Skilled in evidence-based psychotherapy interventions.
Willingness to learn interventions for improving physical health outcomes.
Basic, nontechnical knowledge of psychotropic and other relevant medications.
Basic understanding of primary care.
Excellent computer skills and ability to work in an electronic health record.
Ability to work with a diverse patient and staff population, including using an interpreter for some visits.
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to write effectively and succinctly.
Excellent time management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior work experience as a behavioral health specialist in a medical setting.
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Auto req ID:13905BRZip Code:53532Compensation:$30.45+Job Title:Behavioral Health Consultant-Licensed; Clinics; 1.0 FTE, Day ShiftSite Address:4200 Savannah DriveWork Schedule:Monday-Friday Day ShiftHours Per Week:40Status:Benefit Eligible City:DeForestFTE:1.0