Behavioral Health Consultant- PhD Full Time Days

East Tennessee Children's Hospital • Knoxville, TN

101d

About The Position

Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs) will operate as a core part of a primary care team in one of our clinics (Knoxville locations and surrounding area) utilizing the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model of care. BHC’s will work closely with Primary Care Providers to provide brief focused assessment and intervention on a variety of presenting concerns, effective communication with team members, and efficient documentation. In addition to clinical activities, BHC’s may have the opportunity to provide supervision to psychology trainees. BHC’s offer a flexible approach to behavioral health delivery, which increases access to behavioral health services.

Requirements

• Doctorate Required PhD or PsyD in psychology with appropriate focus on child, adolescent, or early development, including completion of an internship in an APA or CPA accredited psychology program.
• Post-doctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology or integrated healthcare is preferred but not required.
• Prior pediatric experience required.
• Licensed Psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Complete paid BHC on-boarding training to increase Knowledge of PCBH model of care and BHC role within ETCH.
• Provide brief behavioral and cognitive behavioral interventions with children and their family.
• Maintain a presence in the clinic and be available for same day and scheduled consultations with PCP referred patients.
• Participate as an active member of the primary care team.
• Be available for brief discussions with PCP ('curbside consults') during scheduled clinic times.
• Conduct risk and safety assessments when needed.
• Offer concise, practical recommendations to support primary care decision-making.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, etc.
• Document assessment, interventions, and treatment plans clearly and promptly in patient records.
• Attend clinic meetings, including ETCH-BHC, office staff, and treatment team meeting.
• Provides brief assessment and ongoing focused behavioral health treatment to the primary care population being served.
• Delivers effective consultation-liaison services to primary care providers.
• Participates in providing training and in-service education for East TN Children's Hospital staff.
• Supervises and engages in clinical teaching with psychology trainees.
• Remains knowledgeable and up to date on relevant research and empirically validated clinical practice through attendance and participation at continuing education events.
• Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities in a way that utilizes time efficiently.
• Sets goals and objectives and develops realistic action plans based on goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Receive competitive compensation aligned with your expertise and past experiences.
• Opportunity to participate in a robust health insurance package that supports physical and mental wellness.
• Financial and time support for continuing education opportunities and career growth support.
• Joining a workplace culture that encourages/focuses on the growth of employees.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees