Behavioral Health Consultant

Cherry Health • Grand Rapids, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Consultant provides brief mental health and substance abuse interventions to clients in an integrated care setting. This role involves assessing and diagnosing co-occurring behavioral health needs, including mental health and substance use disorders, and working closely with a primary care team. The position is responsible for treatment planning, interventions, referrals, and collaborating with medical providers to address both physical and behavioral health needs in a fast-paced setting. This is a full time, benefit eligible position typically working Monday to Friday onsite at one of our Grand Rapids clinic sites.

Requirements

• A Master of Social Work (LMSW), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the State of Michigan is required, as determined by program requirements.
• Must have or be able to apply for CAADC certification through MCBAP within 30 days of hire.
• Heartsaver within 90 days of hire.
• At least two years of experience in mental health and/or substance abuse assessment and treatment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with computer systems.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A thorough understanding of Motivational Interviewing, Brief Action Planning, and CBT methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide brief mental health and substance abuse interventions in an integrated care team environment.
• Assess and diagnose mental health and substance use disorders according to the DSM.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing (MI), Brief Action Planning, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address co-occurring health needs.
• Make internal and external referrals based on client needs and coordinate care between medical providers, therapists, and external agencies.
• Work with community, referral, and funding sources to ensure clients receive the necessary services.
• Participate in team huddles, case conferences, and regularly scheduled meetings to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Ensure timely completion of service authorizations and perform utilization reviews.
• Coordinate with primary care providers and psychiatrists to manage the biological aspects of treatment.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals when necessary.
• Attend required supervision meetings and participate in ongoing training programs.
• Share knowledge and skills with colleagues to foster team learning and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization’s mission.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees