Behavioral Health Consultant- LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT- South

Community Health Network - Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis, IN

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About the position

The Behavioral Health Consultant provides direct patient/family care through assessments, collateral consultation and therapeutic interventions. This role is essential in ensuring that patients receive the best possible care through effective communication and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient/family care through assessments and therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with others in a team setting to ensure comprehensive care.
• Utilize conventional therapies such as CBT, MI, ACT, and complementary therapies like meditation and relaxation techniques.
• Conduct interventions to support health behavior changes related to sleep, smoking, nutrition, exercise, and chronic health conditions.
• Effectively treat a wide scope of behavioral health issues, including trauma and relationship issues.
• Triage patients accurately and efficiently in various Community Health Network settings.
• Assist in staff consultation, supervision, and training.
• Integrate applicable research into clinical protocol.
• Plan, develop, and facilitate trainings on specific bio-psychosocial approaches.
• Provide direct clinical services for patients within a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments and use evidence-based behavioral health interventions.
• Mentor, train, and orient new Behavioral Health Consultants.
• Communicate recommended behavioral health interventions to medical providers.
• Work collaboratively with the Team Leader to promote program quality and achieve department goals.
• Comply with all applicable Behavioral Care Services policies and procedures.
• Engage in professional development and education to meet state licensure requirements.

Requirements

• LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT in the State of Indiana required.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health related field required.
• 2+ years of experience providing mental health treatment required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with evidence-based behavioral health interventions.
• Knowledge of treatment adherence and chronic-disease management.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude toward problem-solving.