Integrated Behavioral Health Provider - La Junta

Behavioral Health Provider

Valley-Wide is an approved site for the Colorado Health Service Corps and National Health Service Corps loan repayment programs offering eligible providers up to $90000 for delivering care in our rural communities.

About Us
We are a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to serving diverse populations across a multi-county area in southern Colorado. With 34 strategically located service sites we provide trusted primary and preventive care throughout the region.

Position Overview

In this role you will be part of an integrated primary healthcare network using a Team-Based Care (TBC) approach. Your focus will be on holistic preventive therapeutic and educational services for patients of all ages while promoting patient and family-centered care.

Job Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Perform assessments identify problems justify medical necessity (using DSM-5 criteria) and deliver evidence-based treatments crisis intervention and individual/family/group therapy.
• Collaboration: Work within the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model to develop and implement treatment plans through consultation brief assessments and psychoeducation.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in our EMR system (NextGen) including intake documentation and treatment plans.
• Compliance: Uphold HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality at all times.

• Additional Requirements:
  • Bilingual skills in English/Spanish are desirable but not required.
  • Must successfully complete drug testing and background screening.

Why Join Valley-Wide Health Systems

• CE Allowance: $1000 annually (prorated from the date of hire)
• Professional Development: Career training and discounted tuition at partner educational institutions
• Paid Leave:
  • Vacation: 15 days per year
  • Sick: 12 days per year
  • Holidays: 8 days per year plus 2 floating days
• Insurance & Financial Benefits:
  • Free health insurance (with additional coverage options available)
  • Health dental and vision insurance; Health Reimbursement Arrangement; Flexible Spending Account; Retirement Plan
  • Employer-paid air ambulance coverage (MASA) basic life insurance long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Malpractice insurance provided through the Federal Tort Claims Act

• Organization Benefits:

• Wellness Program with opportunity to earn 8 hours off during fiscal year
• Volunteer Program Paid time off during fiscal year for volunteer work
• Free Employee Assistance Program -includes 6 free counseling sessions
• Gym Discounts
• Cell Phone Discounts (exclusive to Verizon Wireless)
• Birthday Holiday
• Valley-Wide Scholarship financial assistance for education and training

At Valley-Wide we are committed to high-quality safe and inclusive healthcare services for all with a focus on medically underserved populations. Our comprehensive services include primary care dental care physical therapy pharmacy and behavioral health throughout the San Luis and Arkansas Valley in Southern Colorado. As a member of our team you will help foster a culture of patient-centered care while making a meaningful impact in your community.

Apply today and be part of a team dedicated to delivering compassionate healthcare!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Valley-Wide Health Systems Inc. is committed to providing equal opportunity for all applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex age disability or any other protected status. All selection decisions are based solely on job-related factors. Employee rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) apply.

• Educational Background:
  • A masters degree in psychology counseling or clinical social is required
• Licensure:
  • Candidates may hold a current license with the Colorado State Board as any of the following:
    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
    • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
    • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)