Behavioral Health Specialist

Behavioral Health Specialist Make a Difference in a Simply GRAND Nebraska Community!

Are you a compassionate mission-driven Behavioral Health Specialist looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can truly make an impact

The Health Center Association of Nebraska (HCAN) is actively recruiting a Behavioral Health Specialist to join our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Grand Island Nebraska where you will provide high-quality patient-centered behavioral health care for all. Utilizing an integrated care approach our providers work collaboratively to address all aspects of patients health and believe that exceptional compassionate care should be accessible and affordable for all. Medical dental behavioral health and outreach services are coordinated to ensure well-rounded comprehensive care.

Why Join Us

• Mission-Driven Work Be part of an organization that prioritizes accessible affordable healthcare for all
• Work-Life Balance Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule and generous PTO
• Loan Repayment Potential to qualify for student loan repayment programs
• Competitive Compensation Compensation starting at $60k - $72k (depending on level of licensure and experience) and a comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive Team Work with experienced providers dedicated support staff and an integrated care team where helping others is at the heart of everything we do

Your Role:

• Provide supportive 15 30-minute behavioral health services to primary care providers (PCPs) and their patients (warm hand-offs) partnering with the PCP in improving the overall of health the patient
• Provide 30 - 60-minute behavioral health services to patients that can include complete history assessment diagnosis treatment and/or referral within or outside the health center
• Conduct and facilitate support and treatment groups with patients of any age
• Refer those cases that require support (e.g. social work WIC) or specialist services (e.g. psychiatry inpatient treatment) but maintain responsibility assuring that continuity of care is provided
• Ensure all documentation meets ethical and legal standards for every encounter with a patient
• Use the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for patient records visit notes billing etc. so that consistent data management can be maintained
• Participate in health promotion and disease prevention activities

What We Are Looking For:

• Masters Degree from an accredited training program; MA or MS in a clinical mental health program
• License or license-eligible to practice in the State of Nebraska LIMHP preferred but LMHP or PLMHP are acceptable
• Comfort and experience working with patients across the life cycle
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices
• Demonstrated professional commitment to providing services to medically under-served individuals in a public health setting
• Ability to foster strong patient-provider relationships
• Bilingual English Spanish required

Location Perks:

• Live and work in a friendly community conveniently located in the heart of Nebraska
• Home of the Nebraska State Fair
• Access to parks river and lake recreation wildlife and outdoor activities such as hiking fishing and camping
• Enjoy a variety of entertainment offerings from horse races a casino concerts and family-friendly events
• Vibrant shopping dining and cultural experiences available in the historic downtown district
• Excellent schools and so much more!

Ready to Make a Difference

If you are a mission-driven Behavioral Health Specialist looking for a fulfilling career in public health where you will impact lives while enjoying work-life balance we want to hear from you!

Apply today or contact Becca Usher at / 402.657.4076 for more information and a confidential conversation.