Behavioral Health Specialist

commonspirit· Behavioral Health
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

From primary to specialty care, as well as walk-in and virtual services, CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Behavioral Health Specialist -  West Broadway clinic - Council Bluffs, IA

 

As our Behavioral Health Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring patients and their families feel supported and informed throughout their clinic experience. You will collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate the delivery of impactful and comprehensive treatment plans for our patients.

To be successful in this role, you must possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with patients and their families. This foundation will be crucial for creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood.

  • Assists the primary care physicians in recognizing, treating and managing mental health, substance use and psychosocial issues.
  • Contribute and participate as a member of the primary care team.
  • Provide consultation and education/training to the primary care providers and staff to enhance their skill and effectiveness in treating mental health problems.
  • Provide brief, focused interventions for clients in need of mental health and substance use services within the primary care setting.
  • Advise and assist the primary care provider about the best place of service for patients with mental health/chemical dependency problems, either in the primary care setting or referral to specialty treatment.
  • Conduct brief screening or intake interviews to determine diagnoses and functional assessment to work with the primary care physician to create and implement integrated care plans.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Masters from an accredited educational institution in Counseling, Social Work, or other related behavioral health field
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (IA) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (IA)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Behavioral Health Specialist position at commonspirit?
The salary for this Behavioral Health Specialist role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Behavioral Health Specialist role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Behavioral Health Specialist role in the Behavioral Health department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Behavioral Health Specialist at commonspirit belong to?
This Behavioral Health Specialist position is part of the Behavioral Health department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Behavioral Health Specialist position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Behavioral Health Specialist job at commonspirit posted?
This Behavioral Health Specialist position at commonspirit was posted on Feb 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Behavioral Health Specialist
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