What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Care Coordinator position at International Community Health Services?
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International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nationally-recognized federally qualified health center, and for over 50 years ICHS has provided culturally and linguistically appropriate health and wellness services, including increasing health equity for uninsured and medically underserved individuals of all languages and walks of life. We firmly believe that access to quality health care strengthens our families and communities, and promotes a more just society. We take pride in our diverse and inclusive workforce and at ICHS we value respect and support each other so each individual can achieve his or her full potential. We invite you to join us and be inspired by colleagues that share your mission and purpose.
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We offer
- Competitive salary for the Seattle/Puget Sound region
- “Share the success” bonuses
- Insurance premiums 100% paid by ICHS
- Paid time off accrual up to 200 hours annually with up to 264 hours rollover year to year
- Automatic 4% retirement contribution
- 9 paid holidays a year, including 2 personal holidays
- Reimbursement for professional licensure
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Care Coordinator functions as a member of the collaborative care team that includes the patient, primary care medical/dental, behavioral health, psychiatric providers; and other medical staff. This is a non-clinical position that does not provide therapy or counseling. This position is responsible for providing integrated behavioral health care within a primary care setting, which includes planning, organizing, and coordinating behavioral health services in conjunction with other members of the patient’s care team and identified external providers who impact patient care, including support with behavioral health services care gap metrics.
Education - Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field (social work, psychology, counseling, or related field).
Experience - One (1) year experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and/or substance use disorders; individuals with a disability; individuals of a vulnerable population (elderly, mothers, children) and/or other high risk groups preferred.
Other Requirement(s) - Suicide assessment, treatment, and management training required by WA State Department of Health within sixty (60) days of hire.
