On-Call Behavioral Health Consultant; BHC

On-Call Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC)

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Neighborhood Health Center is a non-profit organization local to Portland, OR serving underserved patients in primary care, internal medicine, dental services, and more. Our patient-centered approach honors individual needs and circumstances. NHC sees people, not problems and recognizes that time spent in a doctor's office is only one factor in overall health. Our integrated clinical teams partner with patients, families, and communities to provide whole-person care, prevention, and ongoing support.

The On-Call Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) provides integrated behavioral health care to adult and pediatric patients within primary care settings or SBHC on an as-needed basis. The role supports clinic coverage for staff absences, high-volume days, or other staffing needs, ensuring patients receive timely and high-quality services.

• Non-profit organization passionate about underserved populations across the Portland area.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package: 20 days PTO, 9 paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, quarterly wellness reimbursements, generous 401(k) with employer match, paid disability insurance, EAP and life insurance.
• Top Workplace by NHC for 2020–2024.

On-Call Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC)

Behavioral Health

Director of Behavioral Health

On-Site

Exempt

Eligible

• Provide integrated behavioral health services within primary care, including brief assessments, targeted interventions, patient/family education, and consultation with primary care providers.
• Deliver services across the lifespan including pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, obstetric, and family populations.
• Support clinic teams by covering patient visits, warm handoffs, and urgent consults when regularly scheduled BHCs are unavailable.
• Manage a high-volume, fast-paced schedule with the ability to pivot between direct patient care and provider consultation throughout the day.
• Assess and manage suicidal/homicidal risk, substance use concerns, and safety issues, collaborating with crisis resources when needed.
• Document efficiently in the electronic health record (Epic EHR), including concurrent documentation during visits.
• Provide culturally responsive care and demonstrate knowledge of how socioeconomic, cultural, and systemic factors affect patient health.
• Adapt quickly to varying clinic environments, workflows, and team dynamics.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree in a mental health-related field (Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work) or PsyD required.
• Current Oregon license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) required. Or board approved associate CSWA, or LPC‑associate.

• Strong knowledge of integrated behavioral health practices and evidence-based brief interventions.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different clinic workflows on short notice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with diverse primary care teams.
• High comfort level with technology, electronic health records, and concurrent documentation.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and culturally responsive care.

• On-call, as-needed position; hours and schedule vary based on clinic coverage needs.
• May include same-day requests for coverage.
• Requires travel to multiple clinic sites; some virtual coverage may be assigned.
• Position involves working in a fast-paced environment with high patient volume and frequent transitions between patient-facing and provider-facing roles.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds.

Neighborhood Health Center Employment Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks, background checks, drug screening for illegal substances, Tuberculosis, and any position specific credentialing or licensure requirements.

Neighborhood Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.