Behavioral Health Specialist

At WelbeHealth, each participant of our program is guided by our interdisciplinary team (IDT) composed of clinical and non-clinical members who work cohesively to provide all-inclusive care to the most vulnerable senior population. Our core values and participant focus lead the way in every aspect of our work.

About the role

The Behavioral Health Specialist works alongside the Social Work team and reports to the Social Work Manager. Following the PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) care model, the Behavioral Health Specialist serves on a clinical interdisciplinary team to represent and advocate for each participant’s behavioral health needs. This role plays a critical role in overseeing a caseload of participants for all their therapy needs with proper documentation responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments to determine the behavioral health care needs, preferences, and goals of participants and actively participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings to develop discipline-specific goals and interventions.
• Deliver and document behavioral health interventions as agreed upon in the participants’ care plans, including but not limited to symptom management, counseling, crisis intervention, arranging necessary resources and services, assisting with care transitions, providing individual and group counseling, and care management.
• Facilitate individual and group therapies in various forms as appropriate, such as art and music therapy, psychosocial drama, counseling, and discussion that restore or expand participants’ social roles.
• Provide training on behavioral health symptoms and interventions to WelbeHealth staff.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Behavioral Health (MSW) or Doctorate in Psychology (PhD) required.
• Licensed by the CA Board of Behavioral Sciences as an LCSW or Licensed by the CA Board of Psychologists as a Psychologist.
• Minimum of five (5) years of behavioral health experience conducting therapy, completing behavioral health assessments, and managing care planning needs.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with a frail or elderly population.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Work/life balance: 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and sick time.
• Advancement opportunities with a track record of hiring and promoting from within.
• 401(k) match and comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Additional benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package.

Pay

Compensation consists of a base salary plus bonus, with an offering range of $107,243.14—$141,565.88 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and relevant qualifications.

At WelbeHealth, proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a vaccine declination form is required prior to employment.