OverviewFrom primary to specialty care as well as walk-in and virtual services CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours.CHI Health has an immediate opportunity for a Behavioral Health Specialist - Millard outpatient clinicWe understand you have personal responsibilities outside of your profession and also care about your well-being.With you in mind, we offer the following benefits to support your work/life balance:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Direct Primary Plan (No copay, no deductible, and access to CHI Health provider 24/7)
Premium Access to our Family Care Program supporting your needs for childcare, pet care, and/or adult dependent care
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
Adoption Assistance
Wellness Programs
Flexible spending accounts
CHI Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, includes 150+ clinics delivering quality care to patients across Nebraska and southeast Iowa. Our full-service network provides a variety of Primary Care & Priority Care Services, including Family, Internal, Geriatric, and Pediatric Medicine, in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.Responsibilities
Assists the primary care physicians in recognizing, treating and managing mental health, substance use, and psychosocial issues.
Contribute and participate as a member of the primary care team.
Provide consultation and education/training to the primary care providers and staff to enhance their skill and effectiveness in treating mental health problems.
Provide brief, focused interventions for clients in need of mental health and substance use services within the primary care setting.
Advise and assist the primary care provider about the best place of service for patients with mental health/chemical dependency problems, either in the primary care setting or referral to specialty treatment.
Conduct brief screening or intake interviews to determine diagnoses and functional assessment to work with primary care physician to create and implement integrated care plans.
Provide crisis intervention services when required.
Assist in detection of high risk patients and develop collaborative plans to prevent worsening of conditions.
Work in conjunction with primary care provider, where indicated, to effect behavioral changes in patients with, or at risk for, physical disorders/medical conditions to help them make healthier lifestyle choices
QualificationsExperiencePrefer two to three years of post license experience in a mental health/addiction recovery or related field. Experience with Health Psychology desirable.Education/LicensureMasters degree in Counseling or other related Behavioral Health Field. Acceptable licenses: LISW, LIMHP, PhD, PsyD.Pay Range$30.16 - $35.87 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
