The Integrated Behavioral Health Provider (IBHP) resides within a primary care medical clinic, acting within the model of integrated care. The IBHP works closely with primary care providers, dental providers, psychiatry, and support staff in treating behavioral health and substance use conditions to promote health behavior change. As a part of the primary care team, the IBHP will provide comprehensive diagnostic and behavioral health services including brief assessments, interventions, psychoeducation, referrals, and consultations for patients in primary and dental care clinic settings. IBHPs work from a systems and community perspective to formulate collaborative treatment plans, delivering through brief, solution-focused interventions. The IBHP must demonstrate regard for the rights of all patients and provide respectful and considerate care focused on the patient's individual needs.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains a visible presence to providers during clinic operating hours, providing same-day verbal or documented feedback on patient encounters either in person or by phone.
• Is available for “curbside” consultation (a brief interaction) by being in the clinic or available by phone or Teams and is available for same-day and scheduled initial consultations with patients referred by other service lines.
• Provide clinical consultation and serve as a resource for colleagues in the behavioral health department and broader community.
• Promote integrated care through engagement with medical providers and other clinical staff to facilitate teamwork and improve patient care processes and outcomes.
• Conduct outreach to patients around scheduling, response to medication, and other case management needs
• Provides brief interventions for patients, performing brief, limited follow-up visits for selected patients.
• Provides a range of services including screening for common conditions, assessments, and interventions related to chronic disease management programs.
• Conducts risk assessments as indicated.
• Provides psychoeducation for patients during individual visits.
• Identifies, reviews, and maintains an up-to-date library of patient education materials for commonly seen problems for accuracy, literacy level, and cultural appropriateness.
• Triage patients with severe or high-risk behavioral problems and refer to resources consistent with level of care criteria.
• Documents appropriately within the EHR consultant notes that explain assessment findings, interventions delivered, and recommendations made.
• Maintains clinical records and other necessary paperwork in a timely manner to comply with all administrative regulations.
• Assists in capturing program evaluation and fidelity measures.
• Attends clinic meetings, supervisions, department meetings, all staff meetings, and other meetings as assigned.
• Participate in program development through quality initiatives and discussions with team members and supervisors.
• Work with care teams and providers to increase their understanding of mental health issues with patients.
• Collaborate with necessary entities to provide aftercare planning and treatment following hospitalization or a higher level of care.

Additional Requirements:

• Complete all required training as designated by HR and the position supervisor.
• Adhere to all policies within the organization and those outlined within the SCCC Employee Handbook.
• Comply with all SCCC Vaccine Mandates.
• Willingness to travel and work at other SCCC locations as determined by the supervisor.
• Comply with all applicable Credentialing and Privileging requirements timely.
• Embrace the SCCC Mission and Vision and agree to work within the SCCC Guiding Principles and the principles set by the position supervisor.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to engage in each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Must Haves to be successful:

• Master’s level degree or higher in one of the recognized mental health professions (counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy). M.A., M.S. in Clinical Counseling (or related area), LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT. Licensed in the state of Colorado preferred, license eligible considered.
• Registered with the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
• Knowledge in lifespan development as well as experience in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions in adult populations.
• Academic and/or job experience in legal and ethical decision-making, individual and cultural diversity, diagnosis and treatment planning, evidence-based practice and interventions for psychotherapy, theoretical and conceptualization skills, psychopharmacology and behavioral medicine, professional consultation, integrated care, clinical administration, and utilization of electronic health records.
• Reading, writing, and speaking the English language is required.
• Read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and database software.
• Ability to work in a team and to share responsibilities and duties.
• Ability to resolve interpersonal conflict in a straightforward, empathic, and timely manner.
• Ability to be friendly and empathic regarding co-workers and patients.

Nice to Haves:

• Licensed in the state of Colorado preferred, license eligible considered.
• Experience in evidence-based therapies is preferred (e.g., EMDR, DBT, CBT, etc.).
• Knowledge and experience in psychopharmacology and behavioral health medicine are a plus, and willingness to grow in these areas is required.
• Two years of directly related experience is preferred.
• Couples and family therapy experience is a plus.
• Read, write, and speak the Spanish language preferred.

Work Environment:

The work environment is in a healthcare setting and can be fast-paced and involves working directly with patients and healthcare professionals. The environment is primarily a clinical setting, but the individual may also work in a clerical setting. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Live, work, and play in ‘Colorado’s Playground’! Summit County boasts four world-class ski resorts with Vail Resort just 45 minutes away. With rivers, lakes, hiking, and mountain biking trails, Summit County is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. From summer to winter, Summit County is a year-round destination with activities that include skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, and boating. Music, art, cultural, and social events are plentiful year-round. The different communities in Summit County include Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon, and Silverthorne; ski resorts include Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, and Arapahoe Basin.

Summit Community Care Clinic:

• Provides rewarding, mission-driven careers in the heart of the beautiful Colorado mountains. As a member of the Care Clinic team, you will make an important difference in the lives of the patients you serve - changing lives every day. We have been nationally recognized for our integrated care model.
• Is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides a full range of integrated care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health services through a team-based model of care. is highly valued as an important thread in the community fabric. There is an underlying appreciation of what the clinic provides to the community, and this creates a fulfilling workplace environment.
• The Care Clinic currently offers the following:
• • Insured group health, dental, & vision plans.
  • Medical and dependent care flexible spending account options.
  • 401k retirement plan with an employer contribution match.
  • Life, AD&D, and Long-term disability plans are paid for by the employer.
  • Free 24/7 access to confidential resources through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Voluntary benefit plans to complement health care coverage including accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and group pet insurance.
  • A generous mix of Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (for full-time employees).
  • Offer fringe benefits like ski medallion, rec center discounts, etc.
  • Training program for growth potential.

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