Behavioral Health Specialist BRI/SB

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Position Family: Provider

Wage Range: $92,684.80 - $129,750.40 annual

Who We Are:

SAC Health empowers our patients and their families to live vibrant and healthy lives through culturally responsive, exceptional care. Patient-centered, whole-person care. Our unique, full scope, team-based approach is what makes SAC Health the provider of choice for patients.

Top-Tier Patient Satisfaction Scores | Largest Teaching Health Center FQHC | 11 Locations offering 44 Specialties | NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Level 3 Certified Multi-Site Approved for NHSC & NCLRP loan forgiveness programs - NHSC/Nurse Corps/Pediatric Specialty | HPSA Scores: Primary: 17 | Dental: 25 | Mental: 20

What We Are Looking For

The Behavioral Health Specialist will work under the direction of the Department Director and Clinical Manager to deliver high quality psychotherapeutic services to children, adults, and families within a community clinic setting. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals with behavioral health concerns, including mental illness and substance abuse disorders. The Behavioral Health Specialist collaborates with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each age group and family dynamic. Behavioral Health Specialists conduct therapy sessions, provide crisis intervention, and offer support and education to patients and their families, ensuring a holistic approach to care that integrates behavioral health with overall wellness.

Schedule: 4 days per week, 10 hours per day | Location: [City], CA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES

• Conducts thorough assessments of behavioral health needs for children, adults, and families.
• Diagnoses mental health conditions and substance abuse disorders based on clinical evaluations.'
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Set measurable goals and objectives for treatment progress.
• Provides evidence-based individual and group therapy sessions tailored to diverse age groups
• Develops and maintains specialty-based clinics focusing on area of expertise for brief therapeutic services.
• Utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques and approaches to address behavioral health issues.
• Offers timely crisis intervention and stabilization for patients in acute distress.
• Develops safety plans and coordinates emergency responses when needed.
• Works closely with medical professionals, social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure integrated care.
• Participates in case conferences, group consultation, and treatment team meetings to review patient progress and adjust treatment plans.
• Participates in utilization review activities as assigned.
• Educates patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Provides resources and referrals for additional support services as needed.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessment results, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and treatment plans.
• Prepares reports and documentation for internal use and external communication as required.
• Participates in community outreach programs and educational events to promote mental health awareness as assigned by department leadership.
• Contributes to quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinic policies and standards.
• May provide psychotherapeutic services and support to various patient populations and clinics based on operational and programmatic need.
• Will provide individual clinical supervision for associate level therapists and/or student trainees as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Master's degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Licensure/Certification: Valid and current license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) issued