Behavioral Health Consultant

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO
•Onsite

About The Position

The Primary Care Health Home Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) provides supportive advocacy to patients and their families as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, helping overcome barriers to care progression. The BHC works closely with chronically ill patients to help manage behaviors that affect their health. In collaboration with providers, nurse care managers, case management, and other CoxHealth staff, the BHC supports a patient-centered approach to coordinating healthcare needs and wellness goals. The role calls for a team-oriented individual with strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or PsyD.
  • Active LCSW licensure, LPC, or Missouri State Licensed Psychologist.
  • Excellent telephone and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize, with strong organizational skills.
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Computer experience required.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience with electronic health records or work in a family practice medical office.

Responsibilities

  • Provide supportive advocacy to patients and families to help overcome barriers to care progression.
  • Work with chronically ill patients to help manage behaviors that affect their health.
  • Collaborate with providers, nurse care managers, case management, and other CoxHealth staff to coordinate patient healthcare needs and wellness goals.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental benefits.
  • Retirement plan with employer match.
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