Behavioral Health Consultant

Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc. • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Empowering communities through accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care, this is the work we do every day.
At Jane Pauley Community Health Center, every role is connected to something bigger. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we deliver integrated, whole-person care to individuals and families across Indiana, regardless of income or insurance status.
Our teams work at the intersection of clinical excellence and community impact, supporting underserved populations while building a culture rooted in collaboration, respect, and growth. Here, you are not just joining a workplace, you are becoming part of a mission that truly matters.
Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC)
Jane Pauley Community Health Center | Integrated Primary Care Model
At Jane Pauley Community Health Center, we believe healthcare is about more than treating illness, it’s about caring for the whole person. As a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide comprehensive, compassionate, and accessible care to communities across Indiana.
We are seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) to join our integrated care team; an ideal opportunity for a licensed therapist who thrives in fast-paced, team-based environments and is passionate about whole-person care in primary or pediatric settings.
Why This Role Stands Out
True integrated model – work side-by-side with medical providers in real time
Same-day impact – deliver immediate interventions that improve patient outcomes
Population health focus – influence care beyond traditional therapy models
Mission-driven work – serve diverse, often underserved populations
Collaborative culture – strong partnership with providers, care teams, and leadership
Position Overview
The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) functions as a core member of the primary care team, providing brief, evidence-based behavioral health interventions within the medical setting.
This role emphasizes:
Rapid assessment and intervention
Consultative support to providers
Population-based care
Early identification and prevention
The BHC helps patients improve both behavioral and physical health outcomes through brief, solution-focused care models.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
• Indiana licensure: LCSW, LMHC, LMFT (or license-eligible)
• Experience working with pediatric populations
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work in brief intervention models

Nice To Haves

• Experience in integrated or primary care settings
• Knowledge of population health and FQHC environments
• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited program
• Experience with EHR systems and interdisciplinary collaboration

Responsibilities

• Conduct brief biopsychosocial assessments and diagnostic impressions
• Deliver same-day, evidence-based interventions (CBT-informed, solution-focused)
• Perform risk assessments and crisis intervention as needed
• Provide brief follow-up care and relapse prevention strategies
• Support management of chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, pain, insomnia, adherence)
• Scrub provider schedules to identify behavioral health needs
• Recommend and facilitate same-day BHC consults
• Participate in daily huddles, rounding, and interdisciplinary meetings
• Coordinate with case management, referral partners, and enabling services
• Triage and connect patients to specialty behavioral health services when needed
• Deliver concise, actionable feedback to medical providers
• Partner with care teams to improve clinical pathways and outcomes
• Support integrated treatment planning across disciplines
• Provide services directly in exam rooms to reduce stigma and increase access
• Deliver psychoeducation tailored to diverse populations
• Develop and facilitate wellness groups and prevention programs
• Provide training to medical staff on behavioral health best practices
• Contribute to clinical protocols and integrated care workflows
• Complete timely, accurate EHR documentation
• Ensure compliance with FQHC, HRSA, state, and federal standards
• Deliver care that is efficient, culturally responsive, and patient-centered

Benefits

• Robust benefits package (medical, dental, vision) designed to support you and your family
• Generous PTO because we believe caring for others starts with caring for yourself
• 401(k) with employer contribution to help you plan for what’s ahead
• Life and disability coverage for peace of mind

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees