Behavioral Medicine Consultant (Wenatchee)

Columbia Valley Community Health Center • Wenatchee, WA

162d • $122,075 - $136,298

About The Position

The Behavioral Medicine Consultant provides Primary Care Behavioral Medicine services including consultations to PCP's regarding behavioral health diagnoses and recommended interventions to mitigate medical impact of behavioral health conditions. The Behavioral Medicine Consultant also provides direct service to patients that range from initial assessments, brief interventions, and less commonly intermittent long term therapy. Care is provided to a diverse population of individuals and families presenting to the clinic and is most often provided on the same day as the presentation. When assigned there may be opportunity to participate in the training of Psychology Interns and Postdoctoral Fellows.

Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in clinical or counseling psychology, or master's degree in counseling psychology, clinical social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy.
• Certification/Licensure: Have an active Washington State license to practice as a Clinical Psychologist, MFT, LICSW, or LMHC licensure through the WA State Department of Health (DOH).
• Experience: If licensed as a psychologist, must have been licensed for a minimum of two years (without restrictions) at the time of applying for the position. If not licensed in WA, must be willing to apply for licensure in WA. Prior experience supervising psychology Post-Doctoral Residents and/or other Master's level trainees or providers, is preferred but not required. Prior experience in integrated primary care and health psychology preferred but not required. If licensed as a LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT by the WA State DOH, must have been licensed for a minimum of five years post-licensure. The minimum five years' experience will be waived for internal graduate of CVCH's BMed Training Program who are selected to be hired into BMed Consultant positions.
• Language Skills: Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Capable of multi-tasking work, use of basic computer and keyboarding skills including use of computer applications and equipment necessary to enter data, document, otherwise utilize CVCH technology for job related functions.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other staff, management and a wide range of consumers, constituencies and members of the public in a diverse community. Excellent skills collaborating with providers and staff at all levels for both clinical issues as well as departmental issues. Demonstrated skill in participating as a member of a productive work team. Ease in building rapport with patients and comfort providing therapy in Spanish or with a translator.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supervising psychology Post-Doctoral Residents and/or other Master's level trainees or providers.
• Prior experience in integrated primary care and health psychology.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary care Behavioral Medicine services to CVCH patients.
• Coordinates Behavioral Medicine treatment services and intervention strategies with referring providers at CVCH and in some cases from the community.
• Provides consultative visits and 'warm hand-offs' with patients.
• Provides assessment and brief therapy services, as well as rare intermittent and longer term services as indicated using evidenced based practices.
• Utilizes individual and group sessions based on individual need.
• Provides care in accordance to contract and treatment guidelines.
• May provide ongoing care to actively hospitalized patients in hospital settings.
• Provides Behavioral Medicine consultation and education to CVCH Medical Providers and community partners as assigned and as needs arise.
• Documents clinical activity according to CVCH policies of the department and in compliance with applicable WA codes and standards.
• When assigned, provides mentoring and training to Psychology Interns and Postdoctoral Fellows, and medical residents or other CVCH staff.
• Complies with Washington State LMFT/LICSW/LMHC/Psychologist Licensure Laws.
• Maintains CE credits.
• Stays current on research/interventions in the field, new treatments available, and management of patient issues.
• Complies with ethics code.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Expected to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Conforms to safety policies, general housekeeping practices.
• Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position and the community.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.
• Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.
• Employees are expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with the CVCH mission statement through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.
• Conforms to CVCH policies and Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Paid Leave, Holidays, and CME benefits are prorated based on FTE.
• 120 hours Paid Leave in Year 1, increasing to 136 hours in Year 2, with a maximum of 208 hours at 10+ years.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 150% CVCH match up to 3% of the employee's contribution.
• Spanish Immersion reimbursement up to $2,000.
• 40 hours/ $3,000 per year for Continuing Education (CE).
• Cost of Washington State Psychologist License and $750 towards membership dues.
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling.
• Long-term Disability and Basic Term Life insurance.
• Wellness Stipend for gym membership or workout program subscription.
• Tuition Reimbursement for approved courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees