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GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job is responsible for the usual BHC duties and continues to act in the role of BHC direct patient care for 60% of their time. The remaining 40% of their time they provide support to practices who are integrating Behavioral Health Consultants into their workflow. The BHC Lead supports a variety of practices throughout the network in preparation for and maintenance of sites with BHC's. The BHC supports the Behavioral Health Manager with a strong emphasis on population health, risk stratification and tracking outcomes.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs all of the duties of the usual BHC job description part-time. (60%)
• Trains new BHC’s in AHN’s identified best practice model, best practices for billing and payment models, and provides ongoing education and on-site clinical support to BHC’s and other members of the care team. (25%)
• Assists Behavioral Health Manager with performance evaluations of BHCs. (5%)
• Conducts training as needed around behavioral health and substance abuse and related topics (i.e. Motivational Interviewing, SBIRT, Depression Screening, Social Determinants of Health). (5%)
• Facilitates monthly BHC Learning Collaborative. Maintains records. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling/Psychology
• 3-5 years relevant experience with integrated care and/or behavioral health
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor

Preferred

• 1-3 years experience in drug and alcohol/substance abuse counseling

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