About this opportunity
Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) lists this Integrated Behavioral Health Therapist- Part-Time opportunity in asheville, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
INTEGRATED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH THERAPIST- Part-Time
Are you passionate about serving individuals across the lifespan?
Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered, integrated care with purpose and integrity. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Integrated Behavioral Health Therapist committed to clinical excellence and supporting the wellness of patients of all ages. We are seeking an IBHT that is available to work three (3) full days for 24 to 28 hours weekly.
This role provides comprehensive behavioral health services within an integrated primary care environment, including assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and solution-focused, evidence-based therapeutic interventions. The therapist collaborates closely with primary care providers (PCPs), behavioral health staff, and the broader interdisciplinary team.
Location
WNCCHS Minnie Jones Health Center
257 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Key Responsibilities- Includes, but is not limited to the following:
Assessment, Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
Therapeutic Interventions
Crisis Intervention & Safety Support
Care Coordination & Integrated Support
Patient & Caregiver Education
Documentation & Professional Standards
Qualifications & Preferred Experience
Master's degree in social work or clinical mental health counseling.
Fully licensed with LCSW or dually licensed with LCMHC and LCAS.
Experience providing behavioral health services in primary care, integrated care, and/or community health settings.
Experience functioning as a Behavioral Health Care Manager within the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (CoCM).
Experience completing clinical assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and integrated care teams.
Skills Skilled at working in fast-paced environments and maintaining professionalism under pressure
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients, families, and a diverse healthcare team.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities with high attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook).
Collaborative, team-focused communication style with the ability to work effectively across clinical and community settings.
Working knowledge of medical office operations and familiarity with the role of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) within the community.
WORK/LIFE/FINANCIAL BENEFITS Free telehealth service for you and your household
403b Retirement Savings
Up to Two (2) Floating Holidays
Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
Biweekly accrued PTO based on 24 hrs/wk (total of 93.5hours in 1st year)
No weekends, or holiday work required
Eligibility for Federal and State programs offering bonus incentives or loan repayment for working at WNCCHS a High Needs Service Area . Federal Loan Forgiveness through HRSA National Health Service Corps
Eligibility for NC Loan Repayment Program + the NC High Needs Service Bonus not contingent on loan repayment
Continued Medical Education (CME) time and financial support
Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary range for 24 hours: $39,000 to $42,000
Worksite address
asheville, NC, 28814, US
Who can apply
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