Behavioral Health Consultant (Bilingual)

at  Northwest Human Services Inc

Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970.
We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers.
As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.
Behavioral Health Consultant (Bilingual: English/Spanish) - (Licensed LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PsyD, or PhD)
LOCATION: Total Health Community Clinic, Monmouth OR (Not a Remote Position)
POSITION STATUS: Full-time, Monday – Friday
Sign-on Bonus: $7,000.00 (Internal candidates that are currently employed here at NWHS are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.)
Referral Bonus: $1000.00 (Referral bonus’ expire at the close of this job posting.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensure as an LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PsyD or PhD in the state of Oregon is required.
• Must have graduate course work in theory, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and dual diagnosis disorders.
• Must have experience working with persons who have mental health issues and those who are in emotional distress.
• Demonstrate proficiency using DSM IV-TR, DSM V, and ICD-10.
• Candidates with experience in a medical clinic are preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is required.

SUMMARY OF ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR PROVIDERS:

• Retention Bonus Plan
• Malpractice Liability Insurance Policy
• CME Reimbursement & up to 5 Days CME Pay
• License, DEA & Board Certification Renewals
• Relocation Considered
  Northwest Human Services sites are eligible for various Provider Incentive Programs through the Oregon Office of Rural Health and National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholar programs as well as the Rural Practitioner Tax Cred. For more information check out the Office of Rural Health, National health Service Corps, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness websites. NWHS sites have a Primary Care HPSA Score of 18, Dental score of 19, and a Mental Health score of 22.

As a Behavior Health Consultant, you will work with medical patients to break down behavioral barriers impeding positive medical outcomes. Behavioral Health Consultants (BHC) accomplish this by completing an initial assessment and providing brief interventions. The BHC will also support the medical team by offering consultation and support on mental health and behavioral issues.