Licensed Mental Health Professional

Family First Health is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Mental Health Professional who is passionate about supporting patients across the lifespan (ages 5-100). The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) works side-by-side with primary care providers and care team members to deliver brief, evidence-based behavioral health services in a fast-paced medical setting. Using the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, the BHC provides same-day consultations, brief interventions, and support for patients whose behavioral health needs impact their overall health and well-being. This role is ideal for a clinician who values team-based care, enjoys collaborating with medical providers, and is comfortable providing focused, solution-oriented care within the primary care visit structure. Bilingual candidates are strongly urged to apply. 

Position Overview:  

As a Licensed Mental Health Professional, you will work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary Primary Care team to address the mental and behavioral health needs of patients. Your role will include:  

• Provide same-day behavioral health consultations during primary care visits. 

• Conduct brief functional assessments of behavioral health concerns. 

• Deliver brief, evidence-based interventions (typically 1-6 visits). 

• Address common primary care behavioral health needs including: 

• Depression 

• Anxiety 

• Stress 

• Substance use 

• Chronic disease self-management 

• Sleep concerns 

• Health behavior change (medication adherence, diet, exercise) 

• Support patients with chronic medical conditions impacted by behavioral health factors. 

• Provide crisis assessment and connection to resources when needed. 

• Work closely with Primary Care Providers (PCPs), nurses, care managers, and other team members. 

• Participate in warm hand-offs and curbside consultations. 

• Provide real-time recommendations to medical providers. 

• Assist with behavioral health triage and care planning. 

• Document consultations and interventions in the electronic health record (EHR). 

• Maintain documentation that supports integrated, brief care delivery. 

• Track patient outcomes and participate in population health management. 

• Participate in team huddles and case consultation. 

• Provide education to medical staff on behavioral health topics. 

• Support development and maintenance of PCBH model fidelity. 

Position Requirements:  

• Master’s degree or higher in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy and licensed to practice independently in the state of Pennsylvania (LCSW, LPC or LMFT)  

• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Recovery and Illness Management practices, etc. 

• Interest and/or experience providing short-term, goal-directed therapy. 

• Ability to document a shared electronic health record and communicate effectively in a fast-paced, primary care clinic. 

• Bi-lingual (Spanish), preferred  

The benefits of working for Family First Health include:   

• Generous PTO Bank    

• Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, and Life Insurance   

• Competitive Salary   

• CME Time and Allowance   

• Paid Working Holidays   

• 403B Retirement Plan   

• Paid Malpractice Insurance (FTCA)   

• Student Loan Repayment Sponsor (Federal/State)   

• No weekend hours or on call 

• Attention to work-life balance