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Behavioral Health Specialist

CHI Health Clinic Council Bluffs, Iowa
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The posted compensation range of $32.85 - $39.07 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2026-458096 Employment Type Full Time Department Behavioral Health Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday-Friday days Remote No Category Mental Health

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Behavioral Health Specialist -  West Broadway clinic - Council Bluffs, IA

As our Behavioral Health Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring patients and their families feel supported and informed throughout their clinic experience. You will collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate the delivery of impactful and comprehensive treatment plans for our patients.


To be successful in this role, you must possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with patients and their families. This foundation will be crucial for creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood.

  • Assists the primary care physicians in recognizing, treating and managing mental health, substance use and psychosocial issues.
  • Contribute and participate as a member of the primary care team.
  • Provide consultation and education/training to the primary care providers and staff to enhance their skill and effectiveness in treating mental health problems.
  • Provide brief, focused interventions for clients in need of mental health and substance use services within the primary care setting.
  • Advise and assist the primary care provider about the best place of service for patients with mental health/chemical dependency problems, either in the primary care setting or referral to specialty treatment.
  • Conduct brief screening or intake interviews to determine diagnoses and functional assessment to work with the primary care physician to create and implement integrated care plans.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Masters from an accredited educational institution in Counseling, Social Work, or other related behavioral health field
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (IA) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (IA)
Where You'll Work

From primary to specialty care, as well as walk-in and virtual services, CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours.

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