University of Virginia·Culpeper, Virginia
The Behavioral Health Consultant will provide consultation-based behavioral health services in collaboration with primary care providers. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, delivering interventions, and collaborating with the primary care team to enhance patient care.
UVA Pediatrics Culpeper is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant (Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker) for their practice in Culpeper, VA. 2-3 years of experience is required.
Schedule is 4, 10 hour days Monday - Friday with some Saturday hours
Outpatient only
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible organization Job Profile Summary The Behavioral Health Consultant will work as a member of the primary care team, providing consultation-based behavioral health services to patients in collaboration with their primary care providers in a Clinical Practice Group office. These duties include 1) operating in a consultative role within a primary care team utilizing an integrated behavioral health model of care; 2) providing recommendations regarding behavioral interventions to the referring primary care provider; and 3) conducting focused interventions with referred patients on behalf of the referring primary care provider.
Principal duties and responsibilities: Provides access to focused assessment and appropriate collaborative care and treatment in the primary care setting: Maintains visibility to primary care providers during clinic operating hours. Is available for same-day consultation visits with patients (i.e. “warm handoffs”). Conducts risk assessments as-indicated to support primary care providers managing crisis situations. Delivers evidence-based interventions to patients experiencing mental health symptoms, behavioral health issues, chronic disease management, as well as for the promotion of general health. Practices collaborative, stepped and measurement-based care, including appropriate follow-up, that reflects a population health-influenced approach for the primary care population. Provides targeted follow-up visits for selected patients. Triages patients with severe or high-risk behavioral problems to other community resources for specialty MH services. Collaborates with primary care team members to develop clinical pathways for select priority populations. Assists in development of psychoeducational classes (e.g. behavioral parenting classes for families of patients with ADHD) and group medical visits as appropriate. Contributes to patient education materials used by practice for commonly seen behavioral health conditions and problems. Contributes to the optimal functioning of primary care teams through collaborative decision support and interdisciplinary consultation that is mindful of other team members’ roles and workflows. Is available for “curbside” consultation to primary care providers (a brief interaction provider-to-provider that involves recommendations). Educates primary care team in the basic principles of brief behavioral and cognitive behavioral interventions and reinforce their use in the medical visit. Supports collaboration of primary care providers and psychiatric providers concerning medication protocols. Assists with care coordination and access to outside resources for patients as appropriate. Facilitates and oversees referrals to specialty MH/substance use disorder services, and when appropriate, support a smooth transition from specialty MH/SUD services to primary care. Participates in any relevant clinical training, quality improvement activities, and staff meetings. Provides assistance in capturing program evaluation and fidelity measures. Maintains clinical records and other necessary paperwork in a timely manner to comply with all administrative regulations. Prepares brief consultant notes for the medical chart that explain assessment findings, interventions delivered, and recommendations made to the PCC COMPENSATION The base salary range for this role is $56,763.20 - 90,812.80 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience and/or education.
Candidates must have a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling and be licensed to practice in Virginia. Experience with pediatric populations and a range of behavioral health conditions is required.
Market context
In Virginia, pediatric counseling roles in outpatient and family-centered settings are often competitive because employers look for clinicians who can work confidently with children, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams. For this role, the strongest candidates will pair a master’s degree and Virginia LCSW or LPC licensure with pediatric intervention experience; the listed benefits include Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your pediatric caseload experience and licensure details before applying.
Ambulatory Pharmacist - UVA Health Outpatient Retail Pharmacy
Registered Nurse (RN) 5 Central Surgical Subspecialties
Registered Nurse (RN) - Non OR Anesthesia Pre/Post
