Given how much of individual and population health is related to the behaviors our patients chose, and the environment in which they live, a dedicated behavioral health counselor will be embedded into the Primary Care Offices. The Behavioral Health Counselor will engage collaboratively with patients, families and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to address psychosocial barriers to care, lead efforts around management of psychiatric disorders for the team's patients, and coach patients and families in making the changes they need to maximize their health. The Behavioral Health Counselor role is multifaceted, and the following description further clarifies the role and responsibilities in concert with the social work ambulatory care job description. Under the direction of the Nursing Director of Care Coordination and the Primary Care Medical Director, performs diversified duties both within and in support of Primary Care Department. Assists Primary Care Provider and the SUD team in implementing safe, comprehensive plans to meet individual patient/family needs. Communicates with the interdisciplinary team in planning for the patient's care.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Master of Social Work, Mental Health or related field degree from an accredited program required

LICENSURE: Current Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor required

Martha's Vineyard Hospital and Windemere Nursing & Rehabilitation Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.