About this opportunity
Bay Area Community Health lists this Behavioral Health Provider opportunity in gilroy, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position: Full-time Behavioral Health Provider
Organization: Bay Area Community Health
Location: Gilroy Health Clinic in Gilroy, CA
Here's Why People Choose Us:
If you're passionate about caring for people and want to advance your healthcare career, join Bay Area Community Health! As one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in Northern California, we serve over 100,000 patients each year at 20+ locations from Union City to Gilroy. Our diverse team is committed to delivering exceptional care and making a meaningful impact in our communities. We offer a dynamic and empowering work environment that values innovation, professional development, and the unique contributions of each employee. Become part of our team today!
DAILY WORK:
Standard hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday .
Our Behavioral Health Provider works with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and medical case managers to appropriately assess and treat a wide range of psychological, psycho-social, and substance use disorders. You'll help ensure patients receive the compassionate, competent care they deserve to ease chronic pain, treat chronic disorders, and address related psycho-social issues. This starts with effective psychopharmacological consultations, and you'll work with care providers and train clinic staff to support thorough behavioral health consultations.
You'll provide behavioral health screenings/evaluations and triage needs to determine the appropriate level of care. Depending on the patient's needs, you'll implement evidence-based therapeutic methods, including cognitive behavior therapy, and complete interventions as needed (crisis, behavioral health, and group interventions). You'll deliver quality education and support to patients and their families, provide ad-hoc counseling, and coordinate referrals for relevant community resources. To support continuous improvement, you'll develop efficient new procedures, maintain accurate patient case records, and help evaluate program effectiveness. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the behavioral health director.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROVIDER QUALIFICATIONS:
Current California clinical social worker (LCSW), psychologist, or professional clinical counselor (LPCC) licensure
Master's degree in social work or social welfare OR a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology
Ability to complete required physical responsibilities typical of a medical, clinical, or administrative office environment (using a computer/keyboard, sitting/walking/standing for extended periods, lifting up to 25 lbs., etc.)
Ability to travel to work sites as assigned, be exposed to various temperature conditions and potentially dangerous situations, and follow all safety precautions/wear protective equipment
Preference is given to applicants with at least 1 year of directly related experience in a field such as primary care consultation, behavioral medicine, or health psychology. Experience working in public/community health settings serving low-income multicultural populations is highly valuable. Bilingual communication skills (ideally English/Spanish) are also desired but not necessary.
COMPENSATION:
Experience-based salary of $92,200 - $123,338/year
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-/long-term disability insurance
403(b) retirement savings plan
Scrubs allowance
PTO and paid holidays
Loan repayment program and a commuter spending account
Dependent care benefits
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee wellness programs
REACH THE NEXT LEVEL IN YOUR CAREER!
If you're trying to complete work you know truly matters, join us as a Behavioral Health Provider. Fill out our initial application to experience the profound reward that comes from making a difference in the lives of others when they need it most!
Worksite address
gilroy, CA, 95021, US
Who can apply
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