About this role
Help individuals build healthier lives by connecting behavioral health, primary care, and community support in a collaborative, person-centered role. Full-time, benefit eligible position. The schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. The Behavioral Health Assistant is an integral member of our interdisciplinary care team, supporting whole-person health for individuals enrolled in our Primary Care Health Home program. Working alongside behavioral health and medical providers, you'll help individuals navigate services, strengthen self-management skills, overcome barriers to care, and stay engaged in their health and wellness goals. This role combines behavioral health support, care coordination, health education, and community resource navigation to improve health outcomes through compassionate, trauma-informed, and person-centered care. While this position does not provide clinical diagnosis or therapy, it plays a meaningful role in helping individuals access the right services at the right time. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building trusting relationships, thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment, and wants to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals on their journey toward improved health and wellness. Conduct behavioral health, substance use, health risk, and social needs screenings using established tools and protocols. Support integrated care by coordinating communication between behavioral health, medical providers, and community resources. Provide health education, wellness coaching, and reinforcement of healthy coping and self-management strategies. Assist individuals with navigating referrals, accessing services, and overcoming barriers to care. Conduct follow-up outreach to encourage engagement, reinforce care plan goals, and support continuity of care. Monitor and support individuals with ongoing behavioral health needs under the supervision of licensed behavioral health professionals. Promote a safe environment by responding appropriately to medical or behavioral emergencies in accordance with organizational training and protocols. Maintain accurate documentation, reliable attendance, and perform other duties as assigned.