Behavioral Health Consultant LCSW

Position Summary: The Behavioral Health Consultant functions as a core member of the collaborative care team that involves the patient's primary care provider and other community providers of mental health care, addiction treatment, and alternative health care. The Behavioral Health Consultant is responsible for assisting the primary care provider in facilitating behavioral changes in patients that improve physical, emotional and mental health.
Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling; must meet Oregon Administrative Rule qualifications for QMHP.
• Must have LCSW or LPC license in the state of Oregon, or the ability to obtain license
• Previous experience with physician practices preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Grande Ronde Hospital & Clinics is an independent 501(c)3 not-for-profit health system that includes a community hospital as well as 19 primary and specialty clinics. As Union County's largest private employer, more than 800 community members comprise the GRH team - all dedicated to providing quality health care services to the region. Located in Northeast Oregon, La Grande is nestled within the mountain ranges that dominate our landscape - Blue Mountains to the west and Eagle Caps to the southeast. These mountains surround the Grande Ronde Valley, the second largest enclosed valley in the world and home to GRH since 1907. Union County residents enjoy a diverse and rich outdoor lifestyle. With a four-season climate, Union County is home to many outdoor activities and sports year-round. Summer and spring offer opportunities for all styles of fishing; as well as kayaking and swimming, camping, bird watching, hiking, four-wheeling and trail-riding on mountain bike or horseback. The Mount Emily Recreation Area (MERA) is just two miles from La Grande, providing nearly 3,700 acres of year-round access to the Blue Mountains. Union County is home to Eastern Oregon University, founded in 1929 and home to the OHSU School of Nursing on-campus program.
GRH serves a broader population of about 35,000 residents , while also providing care for many in the Eastern Oregon and Southeast Washington area. With an employed provider staff of 80, we continue to recruit world-class professionals. We are seeking top-quality candidates to join our dedicated team and collaborate with us in meeting the healthcare needs of our region. Four of our 19 clinics are well-established, certified Primary Care Medical Homes, including the Elgin Clinic, which lies at the north end of our county; and the Union Clinic, which lies at the south end. In 2020, we opened an Urgent Care facility in Island City, just outside of La Grande, where the remainder of our clinics are located.
The successful candidate will be employed by GRH and will enjoy a highly competitive salary and rich benefits package. In addition, we will provide CME allowance, relocation expense, professional liability insurance and much more. Must be Board certified or eligible. Learn more about us at
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Compensation and Benefits:
Very competitive total compensation opportunity (88k+) which includes:

• RVU bonus based on annual threshold
• Commencement bonus of $10k
• $8,000 annual CME, licensing, dues, subscription + paid CME time
• Hospital employed
• Full benefits including a 401k match
• Paid malpractice

Professional Details:

• Four 10-hour days per week
• Average 8-10 patients per day
• Rural Health Clinic
• Paid malpractice
• Integrated Behavioral health and Primary Care Clinic
• 1:8 call; phone call only
• Fulltime, permanent
• Epic EMR

Community Details:

• Pacific Northwest community nestled in the eastern foothills of the Blue Mountains surrounded by Eagle Caps, Wallowa and Elkhorn mountain ranges nearby
• Above average school system per GreatSchools.org
• Many outdoor activities including biking, hiking, alpine lakes, skiing, rock climbing, water sports, hunting, fishing, bird watching
• Mt. Emily Recreation Area (MERA) - multiple hiking/biking trails on the outskirts of La Grande
• Ladd Marsh Nature Trail and Wildlife Area - wildlife watching, game bird hunting, walking and biking paths
• Historic Hot Lake Springs - one of the largest hot springs in the world
• Beautiful Wallowa Lake Recreation Area - only 1-1/2 hours away in neighboring Wallowa County
• Nearby Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort - Beautiful alpine lakes and trails for summer hiking and winter skiing.

Ideal Candidate:
Our tagline, "Big city medicine, hometown touch" says it all. If you are looking for professional reward and a balanced lifestyle, we offer diverse and challenging employment opportunities within a small but vibrant community. We are seeking a strong team member, someone who has ties to the region or is seeking a rural practice environment and would be comfortable living and practicing in a small community. Check out this short video to see and hear what our own providers have to say about practicing here at Grande Ronde.
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