3,459 Health Consultant jobs in the United States

• Masters' Degree in counseling, psychology, or social work.
• Licensed in the State of Illinois to practice (LCSW , LSW, LPC, LCPC or Licensed Clinical Psychologist)
• Two - four years of experience in the field or a related area, clinical psychology preferred.
• Clinical psychosocial diagnosis experience involving direct patient care along with consultation, evaluation, and research preferred.
• Experience working with underserved, diverse and transient populations.
• Experience working with patients who have co-occurring mental health, substance abuse, and social & physical health challenges.
• Accurate data entry skills with tracking, and organization of case management and care coordination programs.

• Performs a variety of tasks in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other professional staff.
• Works evening and/or weekend shifts as required.
• Stays current professionally with all therapeutic interventions and assessment techniques to maintain clinical skills.
• Work with management on the integration of physical and mental health services to achieve departmental goals.
• Develops and maintains thorough knowledge of referral resources throughout the service area.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of billing codes and other third-party reimbursement sources.
• Provides services with respect for the autonomy, dignity, privacy, and rights of FFHC patients.
• Works collaboratively with care team to coordinate services necessary for patients to achieve recovery.
• Assess clients using standardized assessment/screening tools, measures, etc. to develop problem focused treatment plans, provides appropriate therapeutic intervention and monitors patients'' progress throughout the course of treatment.

About Us

ChesPenn is a network of community health centers spanning Chester and Delaware Counties. Our mission is to provide quality, integrated, and culturally sensitive medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare to adults and children regardless of their income, insurance status, or ability to pay.

Simply put, our goal is to provide a healthcare home for every person living in the communities we serve. Be part of our mission to care for your community. This is a job that will love you back!

Join Our Team as a Behavioral Health Consultant (LCSW)

At ChesPenn Health Services, we believe that mental and emotional well-being are essential to whole-person care. As a Behavioral Health Consultant, you'll work alongside our medical providers to deliver integrated, compassionate behavioral health services to patients of all ages. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities across Chester and Delaware Counties.

If you're a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced healthcare setting, we invite you to bring your expertise to our mission-driven team.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We live by the values of compassion, teamwork, integrity, and quality. At ChesPenn, you'll find:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible time off to support work-life balance
• Retirement plan and health savings account
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A collaborative, supportive workplace culture

• A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania
• A skilled communicator who builds trust with patients and providers
• Experienced in brief interventions, crisis management, and behavioral health screenings
• Passionate about integrated care and improving access to mental health services
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-based primary care setting

• Provide brief, evidence-based behavioral health interventions within the primary care setting
• Conduct screenings and assessments for mental health, substance use, and psychosocial concerns
• Collaborate with medical providers to develop and support integrated care plans
• Offer crisis intervention and support for patients experiencing acute distress
• Educate patients and families on coping strategies, wellness, and behavioral health resources
• Document encounters and treatment plans in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
• Participate in team huddles, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution
• Active LCSW license in Pennsylvania (required)
• Experience in integrated care, community health, or outpatient behavioral health preferred
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and culturally competent practices
• Proficiency in EMR systems and documentation
• Bilingual skills are a plus

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Pay Range: $36.42 to $52.46

Position Summary –

The Behavioral Health Consultant is responsible for the clinical social work aspects of care for patients in the Inpatient Psychiatry program and/or mental health assessments in the Emergency Department.  Provides clinical services which can include: mental health assessment and diagnosis, psychosocial assessment, safety planning, care coordination and discharge planning and utilizes resources effectively. Assists in the implementation of a quality management program to evaluate services. Maintains systems which ensure appropriate utilization of resources and services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – 

Performed majority of the time:

·    Completes paperwork within prescribed timeframe, including: mental health assessments (including DSM 5 diagnosis), psychosocial assessments, safety plans, and discharge plans.

·    Documents patient evaluation and treatments in a thorough, concise manner including pertinent and meaningful observations and information to determine level of care needs, safety needs and planning.

·    Coordinates with patient’s families and providers in the community to gather collateral information and develop an appropriate discharge plan.

·    Utilizes knowledge of community services to provide referrals and create discharge plans

·    Works with the multidisciplinary treatment team to develop patient goals and discharge plans based on patient needs, level of care recommendation and knowledge of community resources.

·    Tracks and coordinates legal needs of patients, including communication with court investigators, POA, guardians, and coordinating and facilitating court hearings for patients.

Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:

·    Attends and participates in designated treatment team meetings on all matters concerning the patient or family.

·    Plans and conducts therapeutic activities including group and individual therapy sessions as needed, in accordance with the interdisciplinary treatment plan and needs of patients and the unit.

·    Completes all mandatory education for state licensure and JCAHO requirements.

Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide):

·    Impact limited to the employee and to the wellbeing of the patient.

·    No budget responsibility.

Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed):

·    N/A

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

Required

·    Master’s in Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE accredited school of social work.

Preferred

·     

Experience:

Required

·    Minimum two (2) years of inter-disciplinary team experience.

·    Experience working with adults in settings focused on mental health; (can include time spent as MSW intern).

Preferred

·    Experience working in healthcare.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

Required

·    Obtain full Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure within 3 years of hire.

·    Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA) required upon hire. LCSW can be used in lieu of CSWA.

Preferred

·    LCSW preferred upon hire.

Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

Required

·    Adheres to National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.

·    Advanced clinical skills to therapeutically engage and assess a diverse patient population, assess needs and efficiently coordinate a discharge plan.

·    Knowledge of mental illness and ability to provide a DSM 5 diagnosis, assess acuity and recommend the appropriate level of care to support the patient.

·    Knowledge of community health and social service resources.

·    Awareness of the impact of mental illness on individuals and families and ability to integrate this into effective discharge planning.

·    Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to that utilize and considers body language, filters, listening, paraphrasing, and questions with customers of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.  This also includes the skills to obtain and interpret information appropriate to patients' needs and age as required for assessment, range of treatment and patient care.

·    Experience in dealing with highly confidential information.

·    Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in working with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team.

·    Demonstrates skills in problem solving and productively addresses problem situations encountered.

·    Knowledge of chronic, acute and terminal illness and physical disabilities and the impact on the individual and family systems.

·    Emulates dress code and Code of Conduct that incorporates presenting a good first and lasting impression by personal appearance and interpersonal skills.

·    Demonstrates knowledge of resources and services for the geriatric population.

·    Utilizes PC skills to communicate effectively via email and clinical assessments in charting

·    Manages time effectively.

·    Demonstrates knowledge of hiring and compensation process/policies.

·    Follows organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

·    Follows professional, organizational, and unit policies and procedures on confidentiality.

Preferred

·    Bilingual skills a plus.

Join our team as a Mental Health Consultant and earn $800+ per day conducting mental status exams! This opportunity allows for maximum scheduling flexibility, with the ability to schedule up to 30 days in advance. We prioritize weekends, particularly Saturdays, for appointments. Medical malpractice insurance is provided.

Requirements include:

• An active unrestricted medical license
• Availability to work 1-2 days per month, with weekends preferred
• A favorable practice record
• Residence within a comfortable driving distance of the exam site

Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of your schedule!

We are looking for a LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Psychologist to work as part of a team that exclusively treats people who have HIV. At Philadelphia FIGHT the Behavioral Health Consultant is embedded in the medical clinic to offer their expertise on a patient's psychosocial stressors and behavioral health issues. The ideal candidate has a combination of skills, including case management, assessment, diagnosis, and brief interventions. Must be licensed in the state of Pennsylvania and have 2-3 years of experience to be considered for this role.

About the Role:

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday (9:00AM - 5:00PM)
• Location: Jonathan Lax Treatment Center, 1233 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
• Compensation & Benefits:
  • FSLA status is exempt with an annual rate of $70-85K.
  • 2 weeks of PTO annually + 11 paid holidays
  • 403B with up to 4% employer matching that is fully vested starting day 1
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance starting day 1
  • FSA for medical, dependent care and transportation expenses
  • Discounted degree options with partnered institution Pierce College
  • Student loan repayment options

Requirements:

1. Current Pennsylvania license in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) or Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.).
2. Minimum of 2 years of experience as a BHC or 3 years of experience as a therapist required.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with medical providers, support staff, and other professionals across multiple disciplines.
4. Experience with diverse populations.

Responsibilities:

1. Screen for mental health disorders, social stressors, and unhealthy lifestyle choices using empirically validated measures.
2. Refer patients as appropriate to mental health and substance use treatment programs.
3. Provide motivational interviewing and psychoeducation to patients.
4. Offer brief problem-solving interventions to improve treatment adherence.
5. Crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed.
6. Participate in daily staff huddles and weekly case conferences to collaborate with other professionals and across clinics.
7. Occasionally lead case conferences related to behavioral health issues for medical staff.
8. Document interactions in EMR.
9. Other duties as requested or assigned.

FIGHT is an EEO, Affirmative Action, LGBTQ, people living with HIV/AIDS, and protected veterans' institution. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, and retaining employees from many backgrounds.

We recognize that an inclusive workforce with a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds is an integral part in our organizational success. We encourage and embrace a diverse workforce that provides us with unlimited ideas and innovative solutions.

Job Title: Behavioral Health Consultant

Territory: Lakewood

About Bloom:

Bloom Healthcare is a pioneering and employee-owned primary care and hospice practice at the forefront of transforming healthcare delivery for vulnerable patients. We bring high-touch, innovative medicine to those living at home with chronic conditions. Bloom’s model of care is proven to provide exceptional care to the homebound population, and Bloom Healthcare has generated outstanding quality results in CMS Innovation Center models compared to our peers. 

At Bloom Healthcare, we believe in creating an environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. Bloom Healthcare has been voted the "Top Workplace" for six consecutive years. This honor reflects our unwavering commitment to our employees. By nurturing a work culture that puts our team first, we empower them to put our patients first.

By joining the Bloom Healthcare family, you're not only embarking on a rewarding career journey but also becoming a part of a community that genuinely cares about you. We thrive together, supporting one another, and making a significant impact in the lives of our patients. Become a part of our success story and experience firsthand why we're consistently voted the best place to work. 

Job Summary:

Bloom is seeking an exceptional Behavioral Health Care Consultant to join the team! This position will be joining Bloom’s Behavioral Health team, reporting to the Director of Specialty Services, with a focus on caring for Bloom’s geriatric patients with mental health challenges and/or dementia as well as young disabled patients with psychiatric needs.

Responsibilities:

• Mental health assessments, including administration of validated scales e.g. PHQ-9, GAD-7

• Provide lifestyle coaching to address issues such as anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and loss of function

• Use multiple modalities to engage with clients like motivational interviewing, problem solving therapy, behavioral activation, and provide grief support

• Coach caregivers and family members to support and advocate for patients, especially for vulnerable patients with issues such as dementia

• Monitor symptom severity, treatment adherence and side effects

• Track client progress through the use of a registry

• Report results to primary medical provider and/or the consulting psychiatric consultant

• Identify social service needs and refer to Bloom’s medical social work where appropriate

• Participation in weekly caseload review with psychiatric consultant

• Ongoing collaboration and coordination with treating providers

• Relapse prevention planning and preparation for discharge from active treatment

• Care management to be delivered in client’s homes or assisted living communities, but some virtual visits may be warranted

Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, nursing, or a related field required. Master's degree or higher in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, social work, or a related field.

• Licensure: LCSW/LSW, LPC, or PSY

• Clinical skills: Behavioral health consultants should have strong clinical skills, including the ability to assess mental health needs, develop treatment plans, and provide evidence-based interventions. Knowledgeable about a range of therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

• Communication skills: Excellent communication skills are essential for building rapport with clients, collaborating with other members of the healthcare team, and providing education and support to patients and their families.

• Cultural competence: Behavioral health consultants should have an understanding of and respect for cultural differences and how they may impact mental health and healthcare seeking behavior. Cultural competence is important for providing effective, culturally sensitive care to a diverse range of patients.

• Problem-solving skills: Behavioral health consultants should be skilled at problem-solving and be able to help clients identify and address challenges in their lives. They should also be able to adapt their approach to meet the unique needs and preferences of each patient.

• Empathy and compassion: A strong sense of empathy and compassion is essential for working effectively with individuals who may be experiencing mental health challenges. Behavioral health consultants should be able to empathize with their patients' experiences and provide support and encouragement in a nonjudgmental manner.

• Ethics and professionalism: Behavioral health consultants must adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards of conduct in their practice. This includes maintaining patient confidentiality, respecting boundaries, and seeking supervision or consultation when needed.

• Continuing education: Given the evolving nature of the field of behavioral health, ongoing professional development and continuing education are important for staying current with best practices, emerging research, and advancements in treatment modalities.

Why Bloom?

• Competitive salary with bonuses

• Opportunities for professional growth.

• Collaborative work environment with a passionate team making a difference in healthcare.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.

• Generous PTO and paid holidays.

• Annual continued education allowance.

Bloom Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. The pay range for this role in the state of Colorado typically falls between $85,000-$105,000 annually with the potential for performance-based bonuses and other benefits. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, and location within the state.

Powered by JazzHR

• We are a non-profit organization, passionate about providing the underserved population with medical and dental services across the greater Portland area, committed to making a difference daily.
• We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes 20 days of PTO (based on full time employment), 9 paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, quarterly wellness reimbursements, generous 401k retirement plan with employer match, employer paid disability insurance, EAP and life insurance.
• Our employees voted NHC a Top Workplace in 2020, 2021,2022, 2023, and 2024!

• Apply solid working knowledge of biopsychosocial models of human behavior and development for assessment of patient care to include knowledge of the use of adult and pediatric screening instruments, as well as the ability to screen for and identify substance abuse problems.
• Apply first-line interventions in a time-limited setting for a broad spectrum of physical and mental health problems experienced by patients and families throughout the lifespan, as presenting in primary care (including pediatrics, obstetric populations, and Family medicine populations). Targets of treatment may include mental health concerns, substance abuse concerns, adverse health behaviors (including their contribution to chronic medical illnesses), stress-related physical symptoms, ineffective patterns of health care utilization, and adjustment to new and chronic medical conditions.
• Provide patient and family education effectively, and sensitively, to encourage compliance with medical and behavioral treatment plans. Possess the skill and expertise to discuss common psychotropic medications with a patient, including indications, effects, and side effects, and demonstrate the ability to appropriately recommend initiating medication to primary care physicians.
• Effectively utilize electronic health record (Epic EHR) and verbal communication to concisely communicate relevant information to medical providers in a timely manner. Ability to concurrently document during patient sessions; including performance of various clinical, compliance, and administrative duties required to meet various billing and medical documentation requirements.
• Effectively assess for, and manage, suicidal and homicidal risk, as well as concerns for child or elder abuse and neglect, using effective and evidence-based methods (PHQ-9, Columbia Risk Assessment). When applicable, collaborate and coordinate care with the Crisis team, contact police and/or Child Protective Services and communicate effectively with the receiving emergency department.
• Comfort and ability to engage in brief solution-focused treatment in primary care of wide variety of conditions of mental health, substance use, and behavior change around health conditions.
• A high level of comfort in providing consultation and training to other members of the primary care team in the areas of mental health, chemical dependency, and behavioral medicine.
• Possess skill and expertise to discuss common psychotropic medications with a patient, including indications, effects, and side effects, and demonstrate the ability to appropriately recommend initiating medication to primary care physicians.
• Clinical experience must be within the past five (5) year(s).
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in a mental health-related field (Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work), or PsyD is required
• License in Oregon (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) is required
• Clinical experience within an integrated care delivery system is preferred
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred

• Self-starter and team player, with an interest in both larger systems issues, and individual patient care
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced Primary Care or Specialty Care setting, requiring the ability to manage multiple competing demands, constantly re-prioritize, and succinctly communicate relevant information effectively to both patients and medical team members
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an inter-disciplinary team
• Demonstrate current knowledge of cultural competency, particularly related to how variables related to socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, and culture impact physical and emotional health; demonstrated experience and working understanding of how these variables may impact presentation of various concerns in primary care settings.
• Ability and willingness to teach classes and groups relevant to the integrated behavioral health provider role (e.g., chronic pain management, diabetes and stress, insomnia, etc.).
• Experience and/or training in working with populations that range across the life span
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately, and professionally, present cases for review by the medical home/specialty treatment team, highlighting key clinical considerations, assessment needs, case formulation and treatment plan recommendations
• Clinical experience within an integrated care delivery system.

• This position is typically with a 40-hour per week, with hours that may vary.
• As a result of high-patient volume, this position experiences stressors that come along with a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to travel during the workday and/or cover at other locations as needed.
• Speak clearly so that listeners can understand; hear and understand the speech of another person.
• Read from a computer screen for extended periods of time.
• Travel up to 15% for training and off-site team meetings.
• Regularly sit while working on the computer; use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls; repeat the same movements when entering data; ability to differentiate between colors, shades, and brightness; read from a computer screen for extended periods of time.
• Frequently stand and walk around the office to gather supplies, required to do filing, use office equipment, or collaborate with employees.
• Occasionally stand, stoop and lift or move objects, equipment and supplies weighing approximately 20-25 pounds up to 40-50 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud, based on patient volume.

Behavioral Health Consultant

Job Details

Job Location

Adelante Healthcare West Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ

Position Type

Exempt

Education Level

Master's degree

Job Category

Health Care

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Consultant is responsible for the management of psychosocial aspects of chronic and acute diseases. The application of behavioral principles to address lifestyle and health risk issues. Emphasis is on prevention and self-help self-approaches, partnering with patients in a treatment approach that build resiliency and that builds and encourages personal responsibility for health. Provides consultation and co-management in the co-treatment of mental disorders and psychosocial issues. Working within a fully integrated, multidisciplinary model within our primary care Health Centers.

EXPECTATIONS

Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day. Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Compassion

• Excellence

• Integrity

• Learning

• Respect

• Sustainability

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in the Behavioral Health field (Psychology, Social Work) with two (2) years of directly related experience is desired

• Computer literacy is required

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred

• Certification or certification eligibility as an LCSW Ed.D, Psy.D., LPC or Ph.D. is required.

• Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions.

• Ability to work through brief patient contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral conditions.

• Should be comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team, and have strong communication skills.

• Good knowledge of psycho-pharmacology

• Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of selected chronic conditions

• Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross

• Level One Fingerprint clearance card issued by Arizona Department of Public Safety

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide behavioral health services to children and families as part of the continuum of care

• Provides quality clinical consultation to providers and staff in areas of individual, family, child and adolescent, regarding mental and behavioral health related issues

• Assessment and DSM-IV/ICD-9 diagnostics for patients referred by medical staff of Adelante Healthcare

• Provides brief, evidence based, solution focused behavioral interventions with active development of psychotherapeutic/psycho-educational Behavioral Change Planning

• Cultivate education, administration, and self-management skills for targeted populations with psychological issues impacting physical and/or behavioral health issues

• Promote Adelante Practitioner’s knowledge of patient behavioral health issues and providers education to assist with enhancing primary care utilization of behavioral health interventions

• Promote a smooth interface between care provided throughout the organization and the community’s specialized mental/behavioral health system

• Collaborate and co-manage the patient’s behavioral health care with consistent, expeditious feedback to referring practitioners

• Provide on-site availability for crisis triage and intervention

• Develop a knowledge base of the integration process across all departments while regularly communicating with primary care on the benefits of utilizing integrated behavioral health

• Strive to achieve 8-10 clinical encounters a day within the assigned location

• Maintain an active presence in case staffing and clinical huddles while actively identifying potential patients who will benefit from BHC services

• Develop and implement self-management goals for patients to assist with presenting chronic conditions

• Identify returning patients who clinically require follow-up care and reassess their chronic condition for change

• Document the clinical behavioral health aspect of patient interventions and tracks the patient referrals to specialty behavioral health care.

• Attend monthly department staffing and weekly supervision meetings.

• Promote positive patient/guest relation in accordance with Adelante Healthcare policies, providing a high level of quality in personal attention and service to patients and visitors.

• Observe organizational policies concerning unscheduled absences and reports unscheduled absences in accordance with departmental procedures.

• Comply with the organization Safety Policies and Procedures. Ensures compliance with governmental licensing and regulatory requirements where applicable.

• Maintain familiarity with and abide by all established facility and departmental policies and procedures, noting changes when they are published/posted.

• Report to work at the start of the shift 98% of the days scheduled. Follows the work rotation schedule. Explains and gives proper notification of absenteeism, as outlined in the facility Policies and Procedures. Attends a minimum of 98% of the staff meetings. Reads and signs off on all minutes of the meetings not attended. Participates in committees as assigned. Maintains 100% attendance at mandatory skill/departmental updates. Seeks out facility or external education/training that would further develop individual skills, experience or knowledge necessary for a high standard of functioning in his/her job.

• Observe and respect the confidentiality of information in regard to patients, visitors and fellow employees including salary information, if exposed to any of the above referenced information in the course of his/her job function.

• Dress according to the organization's dress code policy and procedure, as well as, complies with specific departmental regulations pertaining to employee appearance.

• Demonstrate an understanding of facility organizational structure by utilization of appropriate channels of communication. Maintain consistent, timely communication regarding all facets of departmental activities with his/her co-workers, therefore, demonstrating good customer service skills with both external and internal customers.

NONESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish preferred

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties as requested or assigned

Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)

All employees are responsible for promoting and participating in interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to enhance the delivery of quality across the health care system. Employees should maintain an environment which supports and engages patients and co-workers in a caring team-based model to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.

Adherence to Compliance and Code of Conduct

All employees are required to comply with Adelante Healthcare’s written standards, including its Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct, policies and procedures and reporting of any conduct that potentially violates Adelante’s legal or compliance requirements. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for long periods of time, is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb steps/stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; smell; manage stress as it relates to essential job functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance and may occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time when traveling to various clinic sites. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be subject to health hazards (contagious diseases, blood borne pathogens, etc.) when working in the clinic area.

In any organization or job, changes take place over time. Although an effort will be made to keep job-related information current, this is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities. Adelante Healthcare, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. In compliance withEEOC 29 CFR part 1630, if the essential functions of this position cannot be performed in a satisfactory manner by the employee, further accommodations shall be made if it does not constitute undue hardships upon this organization.

• Complete all activities and paperwork associated with LACOE required mental health assessments, home visits, parent/teacher consults and classroom observations.
• Provide monthly on-site consultation and/or reflective supervision with families and staff as needed.
• Design and implement program practices in response to identified behavioral and mental health issues.
• Provide group, individual staff, and parent education trainings on mental health related issues.
• Assist in providing special help for children with atypical behavior or development.
• Assist in accessing and utilizing community mental health services.
• Work in collaboration with other Head Start and Early Head Start service areas to refer children for diagnostic examination to confirm that emotional or behavior problems do not have a physical basis.
• Participate in agency Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings as requested.
• Advise and assist in developmental screening and assessment of children and pregnant mothers.
• Provide Training and Technical Assistance for staff and parents on mental health related topics.

• Must pass the following background checks prior to start of employment through LiveScan screening (costs not covered by PACE):
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • Child Abuse and Neglect State Registry
  • State or Tribal Criminal History Check, including fingerprints
  • FBI Criminal History Check, including fingerprints
• Must have verification of T.B. clearance prior to contract initiation, to be renewed every four (4) years (every 4 years for chest x-rays)?
• Must pass health screening (LIC 503) prior to contract initiation, health screening is accepted within one year prior to contract, to be renewed every four (4) years?
• Provide proof of the following immunizations as required: Measles, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Influenza, and COVID-19?
• Must complete annual professional development in alignment with license requirements and submit documentation annually.