Behavioral Health Support Specialist
Behavioral Health Support Specialist
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Job Description
General Summary/Overview:
Under the general direction of Population Health Management the Behavioral Health Support Specialist will be an integral part of the depression integration care team providing support to patients and physician practices regarding depression management for adults with varying levels of depression with the goal to expand to other behavioral health conditions in the future. Works collaboratively with the team to implement evidencebased services for primary care patients utilizing tools and training from IMPACT and Partners HealthCare
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct systematic screening of adults for depression using evidencebased screening forms.
- Use a variety of educational materials brief intervention techniques and community resources to engage patients increase their motivation to change and support patients in establishing behavior change goals and implementing plans to meet those goals.
- Maintain accurate and uptodate records and standardized data on all patients.
- Effectively communicate with the patient and care team.
- Systematically review the caseload with the consulting psychiatrist each week.
- Participate in development of maintenance plan with patients to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Works with LICSW and referral specialist on finding community resources for patient.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Bachelors degree preferably in social work counseling health education psychology or behavioral health.
- Minimum 2 years in relevant setting (health care and/or behavioral health).
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- Valid drivers license.
Qualifications/Skills/Abilities:
- Comfort with a patientcentered approach .
- Aptitude in problemsolving and behavioral change strategies (i.e. Motivational Interviewing and Behavioral Activation).
- Ability to serve as a critical liaison to facilitate connections between people.
- Ability and willingness to work in a timelimited structured and solutionfocused environment.
- Ability and willingness to function independently and proactively in a primary health care setting.
- Ability to maintain a professional stance if conflicts arise with other staff.
- Flexibility to adapt to unforeseen needs or circumstances.
- Effective use of the Internet and Microsoft Office programs such as Word Excel and Outlook.
Working Conditions:
Physician office setting; ability to drive to multiple MD offices.
This is a 20 hour/week position.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
