PCBHI Behavioral Health Consultant - Princeton Lakes

Facility: Wellstar Family Medicine - Atlanta (3890 Redwine)

Wellstar is seeking a compassionate and skilled Mental Health Therapist to join our integrated primary care team. The successful candidate will work alongside medical providers to deliver comprehensive mental health care to patients in a primary care setting. This role is ideal for a therapist who is passionate about holistic, patient-centered care, and collaborative treatment within a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide brief, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to individuals experiencing a variety of mental health concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, and adjustment disorders.
• Conduct screenings and assessments for mental health conditions as part of routine patient care.
• Collaborate with primary care providers, case managers, and other specialists to develop and implement integrated treatment plans.
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
• Offer consultation and psychoeducation to primary care providers and medical staff on behavioral health topics.
• Assist with crisis intervention and facilitate appropriate referrals for patients in need of specialized or more intensive services.
• Document patient care activities and progress in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) in accordance with organizational policies and regulations.
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in integrated care and mental health treatment.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Active and unrestricted licensure (e.g., LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent) in GA.
• Experience in providing mental health services in a medical or integrated care setting is preferred.
• Training or certification in brief, evidence-based interventions and crisis management is desirable.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Knowledge of diverse mental health issues and cultural competency in providing care to a varied patient population.
• Familiarity with EHR systems for documentation.

Key Competencies:

• Patient-centered care approach
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of primary care settings
• Excellent problem-solving skills and clinical judgment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Continuing education support
• Retirement plan options
• Opportunities for professional growth within an integrated care framework

Application Process: Please submit a resume and proof of licensure to leslie.roberts@wellstar.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.