Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician Embedded in Family Medicine Practice

Job description

At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! **Clinical Competencies:** Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions appropriate for the primary care setting including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) with patients across the lifespan (ages 12+). Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and communicate these findings efficiently to other members of the care team. In collaboration with the patient and care team, candidates should be skilled in developing and implementing treatment plans that address the needs of the patient. Candidates must also be able to provide culturally responsive care, respecting and valuing the diverse backgrounds and experiences of patients. **Multidisciplinary Collaboration:** The ideal candidate will have experience with and enjoy working on multidisciplinary care teams, including PCPs, nurses, psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals. Successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in communicating behavioral health principles to non-behavioral health professionals to facilitate collaborative treatment planning and care coordination. **Communication Skills:** Strong verbal and written communication skills are required to enable clear, concise, and effective interactions with patients, team members, and other stakeholders. A commitment to patient-centered care is essential, with a focus on working collaboratively with patients to set goals and develop care plans that reflect their preferences and needs. **Specialized Skills:** Successful candidates will have the ability to assess and manage common behavioral health concerns that present in primary care (e.g., depression, anxiety, ADHD), as well as assist patients in coping with and managing chronic health conditions (e.g., diabetes). Candidates will be flexible in their treatment approach as well as adapt to the fast-paced environment of a medical clinic including being interrupted for warm hand-offs, to respond to urgent issues, and field curbside consults. Lastly, candidates should have comfort with utilizing psychological screening measures to assess the efficacy of their treatment plan and drive symptom improvement. **Technology:** Comfort with technology is essential, as this job necessitates navigating an electronic health record as well as a registry platform to track symptom improvement. ### Is this you? - **Candidate Qualifications:** - Licensed therapist (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) skilled in the delivery of evidence-based interventions. License to practice in Illinois required. - REMOTE position, **but will join on site meetings occasionally when needed in Springfield, IL** - **Ability to see ages 12+** - Experience in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary care setting required, integrated care or primary care settings preferred - Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address behavioral, physical health, and social needs - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment - Proficiency working within electronic health record systems and efficiency in documenting in a clear, concise, timely manner - A passion for expanding access to quality care through innovative, cutting-edge treatment approaches ### What we offer Therapists: - Comprehensive clinical training in the Collaborative Care Model and ongoing clinical consultation and mentorship - 3 weeks Paid time off - **Salary position with production bonus** - 40 hours per week, typically 8am-5PM M-F - Dynamic work environment - Strong work-life balance - Above average compensation - Dedicated non-clinical support staff to assist with administrative duties - Day shift, no call - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and HSA plans - 401K Plan with generous employer contribution - Telehealth training and support