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Behavioral Health Specialist

  • CHI Health Clinic
  • Council Bluffs, Iowa
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Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

Our Mission

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $32.85 - $39.07 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job ID
2026-458096
Employment Type
Full Time
Department
Behavioral Health
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekly Schedule
Monday-Friday days
Shift
Day
Remote
No
Category
Mental Health

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)
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.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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