Behavioral Health Consultant Lead - Pittsburgh - Full Time, $3000 Sign On Bonus

Behavioral Health Consultant Lead

Join our team at Allegheny Health Network, where we are committed to providing integrated care and supporting the health of our communities.

Job Description

• Responsible for the usual Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) duties, providing direct patient care for 60% of the time.
• Support practices integrating BHCs into their workflow for the remaining 40% of the time.
• Train new BHCs in best practice models, billing and payment models, and provide ongoing education and on-site clinical support to BHCs and other care team members.
• Assist the Behavioral Health Manager with performance evaluations of BHCs.
• Conduct training on behavioral health and substance abuse topics, including Motivational Interviewing, SBIRT, Depression Screening, and Social Determinants of Health.
• Facilitate monthly BHC Learning Collaborative and maintain records.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Minimum:
  • Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling/Psychology
  • 3-5 years relevant experience with integrated care and/or behavioral health
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor
• Preferred:
  • 1-3 years experience in drug and alcohol/substance abuse counseling

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus for external hires (recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year; re-hires may not have worked for AHN within the previous 12 months to qualify).

Compliance Requirement

This job adheres to ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. Employees may have access to confidential information that must be protected at all times, complying with HIPAA and all data security guidelines established within the company's policies.

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