What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Behavioral Health Consultant position at Cherokee Health Systems?
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Behavioral Health Consultant
Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (no weekends, nights, or major holidays)
Full-time, 40/hour per week
Locations available: This job is available in the Hamblen, Cocke, Claiborne, Grainger Counties (and also the option of hybrid work from home).
Who we are:
Cherokee Health Systems is a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center caring for over 70,000 patients across 13 counties in Tennessee. We provide integrated primary medical, behavioral, dental, optometry, and clinical pharmacy services through our nationally recognized integrated model of care. We are committed to serving our mission to care for all, regardless of ability to pay, through innovation, excellence, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate patients’ mental health and addiction history.
- Provide brief therapy, motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic techniques to individuals with addiction issues.
- Work closely with our MAT clinic and other specialists (nurses, case workers, etc.) to provide holistic patient care.
- Educate patients, families and healthcare teams about addiction, mental health, and behavioral health treatment options.
Qualifications:
- A master’s or doctoral degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.
- Active license and in good standing in the State of Tennessee, eligible for licensure, or in the process of getting a license as a LMSW, LCSW, MFT, or LPC.
- Experience working with patients who have substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Why join us:
- Be part of a nonprofit organization focused on community health that values your work/life balance.
- Work with a dedicated team of professionals.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive PTO package.
Submit your resume or apply on our website today! We can't wait to hear from you! www.cherokeehealth.com/careers
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Morristown, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
