Behavioral Health Consultant I, II - Benteh Nuutah Primary Care

Behavioral Health Consultant I

Hiring Range $71,760.00 to $95,693.87

Behavioral Health Consultant II

Hiring Range $76,793.60 to $102,391.47

Hiring Incentives

• Sign-on bonus

• Relocation package

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Behavioral Health Consultant is responsible for working with customer-owners who self-refer or are referred by a provider to recognize and address psychological symptoms and conditions using the bio-psychosocial model.

A Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) works alongside Primary Care Providers to provide mental health support via brief intervention. BHCs deliver flexible, fast paced services across the life span by offering symptom-focused assessment, targeted interventions, and referral to specialty behavioral health services all while the customer is receiving care with their integrated care team.

This position has two (2) levels designed to provide progressively more responsible and independent work experiences. Progression between job levels is based on the demonstrated ability to successfully handle more progressively responsible assignments.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

• Master’s degree in behavioral health field including Counseling, Psychology or Social Work; OR PhD/PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.

• Obtain Alaska Clinical Licensure in designated field within Four (4) years of hire.

Additional Qualifications for Behavioral Health Consultant II: Meets all requirements of Behavioral Health Consultant I in addition to the following:

• Two (2) years of supervised clinical work experience for Master’s level behavioral health; OR two (2) years of post-graduate clinical experience for PhD or PsyD level; OR demonstrated proficiency as a Behavioral Health Consultant I as SCF.

• Current Alaska Clinical Licensure in designated field.

Alaska Native/American Indian Preference in Employment

Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Alaska Native/American Indian preference in hiring, contracting, and training.

Employee Health Requirements:

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.