Behavioral Health Specialists
Behavioral Health Specialists
We are currently seeking three Behavioral Health Specialists.
The Behavioral Health Specialist is responsible for providing screening, brief intervention and referral treatment (SBIRT) and other behavioral health services to FHC's patients. Functions as a core member of an integrated care team including the patient's primary care provider and other mental health providers involved in the patient's care.
Experience:
Experience working with patients who have co-occurring mental health, substance abuse, and physical problems; familiarity with screening and assessment; differential diagnoses, evidence-based psychosocial treatments and psychopharmacology for common mental/substance disorders. Experience with evidence-based counseling techniques and brief, structured counseling techniques. Experience working with underserved, transient, multicultural populations. Experience working with DSHS eligibility programs including program eligibility requirements, enrollment processes and billing requirements. Familiarity with local behavioral and mental health programs a plus.
Qualifications:
Knowledge and training in the field of behavioral and mental health typically acquired through a formal Master's level degree program in counseling or social work. Mental Health Counselor or Social Worker according to all regulations in Washington State Chapter 18.225 RCW and 246-809 WAC.
Family Health Centers is a non-profit Community Health Center with 11 medical and dental clinic sites and nearly 225 employees. Become a valued member of an extraordinary team and unlock a meaningful career that matches your values with your purpose. Located in the beautiful Okanogan Valley in rural, north central Washington State, Family Health Centers is a comprehensive health care organization providing high quality medical, dental, behavioral health and associated services with a family practice focus. Come join our team!
See www.myfamilyhealth.org for full job descriptions & to submit an online application
or email a cover letter, application & resume to hr@fhc.us
or mail to: Family Health Centers, Attn: HR, PO Box 1340, Okanogan, WA 98840.