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Behavioral Health Specialist

CHI Health Clinic Omaha, Nebraska
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The posted compensation range of $30.16 - $35.87 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2023-304243 Employment Type Full Time Department Behavioral Health Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday-Friday days Remote No Category Mental Health
Overview

From primary to specialty care as well as walk-in and virtual services CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours.

CHI Health has an immediate opportunity for a Behavioral Health Specialist - Millard outpatient clinic

We understand you have personal responsibilities outside of your profession and also care about your well-being. 

With you in mind, we offer the following benefits to support your work/life balance:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 
  • Direct Primary Plan (No copay, no deductible, and access to CHI Health provider 24/7)
  • Premium Access to our Family Care Program supporting your needs for childcare, pet care, and/or adult dependent care
  • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Wellness Programs
  • Flexible spending accounts

CHI Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, includes 150+ clinics delivering quality care to patients across Nebraska and southeast Iowa. Our full-service network provides a variety of Primary Care & Priority Care Services, including Family, Internal, Geriatric, and Pediatric Medicine, in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.


Responsibilities
  • Assists the primary care physicians in recognizing, treating and managing mental health, substance use, and psychosocial issues.
  • Contribute and participate as a member of the primary care team.
  • Provide consultation and education/training to the primary care providers and staff to enhance their skill and effectiveness in treating mental health problems.
  • Provide brief, focused interventions for clients in need of mental health and substance use services within the primary care setting.
  • Advise and assist the primary care provider about the best place of service for patients with mental health/chemical dependency problems, either in the primary care setting or referral to specialty treatment.
  • Conduct brief screening or intake interviews to determine diagnoses and functional assessment to work with primary care physician to create and implement integrated care plans. 
  • Provide crisis intervention services when required.
  • Assist in detection of high risk patients and develop collaborative plans to prevent worsening of conditions.
  • Work in conjunction with primary care provider, where indicated, to effect behavioral changes in patients with, or at risk for, physical disorders/medical conditions to help them make healthier lifestyle choices

Qualifications

Experience

Prefer two to three years of post license experience in a mental health/addiction recovery or related field.  Experience with Health Psychology desirable.

Education/Licensure

Masters degree in Counseling or other related Behavioral Health Field. Acceptable licenses:  LISW, LIMHP, PhD, PsyD.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].

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