Behavioral Health Clinician

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity to Build a New Integrated Care Program in Beautiful Oregon!

Come join our Primary Care Team at Santiam Hospital & Clinics. We are a 5-star rated Hospital and voted 2021’s Best of the Mid-Valley for Best Hospital, Best Place to Have a Baby, and Best Local Surgery Center!

We are seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Clinician to enhance our healthcare team of innovated leaders.

Santiam Hospital & Clinics is an independent, not-for-profit, 40 bed acute-care community-based hospital with 13 clinics across 8 specialties settled in the foothills of the Cascades serving many recreational sites as well as agricultural communities. We are an ever growing, progressive, up-to-date healthcare facility that is proud to serve our community and care for our friends and neighbors, ensuring the highest quality of care is delivered.

Full time 1.0 FTE; Competitive salary and benefits; Signing bonus/relocation package for BHCs able to start by June 1st, 2022.
Flexible work schedule, including ½ day dedicated program development and leadership time weekly.
Annual continuing education fund of $1000 available

Santiam Hospital and Clinics is a nonprofit based in Stayton, Oregon and serves the surrounding communities and the Santiam Canyon, with easy access to everything Oregon offers: snow-covered mountains, coastal beaches, wineries & breweries, the Willamette Valley, and vibrant local communities. The BHC will be an integral part of our care team providing screening, assessment, and brief interventions for our patients and families

Job Responsibilities

• The successful BHC candidate will;
• Collaborate with other medical professionals in a fast-paced family practice environment
• Act as a contributing member of the care team, assisting primary care providers in recognizing, treating, and managing behavioral health and biopsychosocial issues
• Provide brief evidence-based interventions and use outcome-based models to track patient improvement
• Be available for same day warm hand-offs and consultation with primary care providers
• Act as a team member in helping build a successful new integrated care program
• Connect patients and families with resources in the community
• Participate in regular interdisciplinary group case consultations, collaborate with community partner organizations, and coordinate with external specialty care providers
• Utilize knowledge of the most common concerns treated in primary care (e.g., depression, anxiety, insomnia, diabetes, obesity, smoking cessation, ADHD, parent education, etc.)

Job Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in integrated primary care setting preferred
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) in the State of Oregon, or a graduate with the ability to obtain licensure with completion of clinical hours.
• Ability to work independently and proactively to build a flourishing integrated care program
• Ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team and patients & families through effective written and verbal professional communication skills
• Ability to multitask and be flexible in dealing with interruptions, a busy schedule, and a fast-paced work environment
• Proficiency with electronic medical records including ability to document services in a clear, concise, and timely manner (concurrent documentation preferred)
• Ability to pass a background check
• Up to date on all vaccinations
• Spanish language speakers are preferred
  

Job Benefits

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance with coverage effective on the 1st of the next month following start date.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Cafeteria, On-site Pharmacy, Gift Shop, and Medical Care.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Annual PTO Cash-Out Program
• Hospital Incentive Program
• Bilingual Pay Differential Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance