Behavioral Health Outreach Consultant

Job Posting Title:
Behavioral Health Outreach Consultant
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Hiring Department:
Department of Psychiatry
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027
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Location:
AUSTIN, TX
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Job Details:
General Notes
Dell Medical School is seeking a Behavioral Health Outreach Consultant.
This is a state-funded position with an end date of 8/31/2027 that is renewable for another year.
Purpose
This position supports mental health programs and initiatives administered through the Texas Child Mental Health Consortium (TCMH), focusing on improving access and quality of mental health care for children, adolescents, and mother’s across Texas.
The Behavioral Health Outreach Consultant supports behavioral health access programs by facilitating provider consultation, coordinating referrals, conducting outreach activities, and promoting utilization of behavioral health resources. Working closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, behavioral health clinicians, care coordinators, social workers, and community organizations, this role helps improve access to mental health services for patients and families. The position provides resource navigation, supports provider education, maintains community partnerships, and assists with implementation of outreach initiatives designed to improve behavioral health outcomes. The Behavioral Health Outreach Consultant typically reports to a Behavioral Health Program Manager, Program Director, Outreach Manager, or similar leader and serves as an important liaison between healthcare providers, behavioral health resources, and community partners.
Responsibilities
Provider Outreach and Engagement
Conduct outreach visits to physician practices, clinics, and community organizations.
Promote awareness and utilization of behavioral health consultation services.
Develop productive working relationships with healthcare providers.
Respond to provider inquiries regarding available behavioral health resources.
Support provider recruitment and engagement initiatives.
Consultation and Referral Coordination
Facilitate behavioral health consultation requests according to established protocols.
Gather information necessary for clinical consultations and referrals.
Coordinate referrals to mental health providers and community resources.
Track referral outcomes and follow-up activities.
Assist providers in navigating available behavioral health services.
Community Partnership Support
Support development and maintenance of community partnerships.
Identify potential referral resources and community organizations.
Participate in collaborative meetings with external stakeholders.
Maintain current information regarding community resources.
Provider Education and Resource Development
Deliver educational information regarding behavioral health programs.
Prepare resource guides, reference materials, and outreach documents.
Assist with presentations and educational events.
Promote evidence-based behavioral health practices and available services.
Program Documentation and Reporting
Document outreach activities, partnership contacts, and referral activity.
Maintain program databases and required records.
Assist with preparation of reports and performance metrics.
Ensure documentation complies with program requirements.
Program Support and Continuous Improvement
Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Assist with implementation of new outreach activities.
Provide feedback regarding operational improvements.
Support program goals and organizational objectives.
Other duties as identified by department
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
Participate in pilot programs, and special projects.
Attend legislative, policy, or stakeholder meetings related to behavioral health.
Contribute to development of program evaluations, and accreditation activities.
Represent the organization at professional conferences, community events, and health fairs.
Provide cross-coverage for outreach, referral, or program staff during periods of absence.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESInterpersonal Savvy
Relates comfortably with diverse individuals, builds rapport quickly, and effectively manages interpersonal dynamics.
Establishes trust with physicians, clinicians, and community stakeholders.
Navigates difficult conversations professionally and diplomatically.
Adjusts communication style based on audience needs.
Customer Focus
Dedicated to meeting the needs and expectations of internal and external customers.
Responds promptly to provider consultation requests.
Anticipates stakeholder needs and barriers.
Demonstrates urgency in facilitating behavioral health access.
Building Effective Relationships
Builds formal and informal networks that enhance organizational effectiveness.
Establishes productive partnerships with healthcare organizations.
Maintains long-term relationships with referral sources.
Creates collaborative solutions across departments and organizations.
Communication
Clearly conveys information through verbal, written, and presentation formats.
Delivers effective provider education presentations.
Produces concise reports and documentation.
Explains behavioral health resources using audience-appropriate language.
Organizing
Efficiently manages time, information, and competing priorities.
Coordinates multiple outreach initiatives simultaneously.
Maintains accurate program documentation.
Prioritizes high-impact provider engagement activities.
Problem Solving
Uses sound judgment and analysis to resolve issues and improve outcomes.
Identifies obstacles to behavioral health access.
Develops creative referral solutions.
Evaluates outreach effectiveness and recommends improvements.
Dealing with Ambiguity
Operates effectively despite uncertainty, change, or incomplete information.
Adapts to evolving behavioral health programs.
Works effectively in changing healthcare environments.
Responds flexibly to complex stakeholder needs.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEMinimum Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a closely related field.
2 years of experience in behavioral health, healthcare outreach, care coordination, social services, case management, community engagement, or provider relations.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related discipline.
4 years of experience in behavioral health outreach, integrated care, healthcare program coordination, or provider engagement.
Experience working with primary care providers, behavioral health providers, pediatric practices, women's health providers, or community organizations.
Experience working within a healthcare system, academic medical center, or behavioral health organization.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Preferred:
Active Texas licensure as one of the following:
Certified Case Manager (CCM)
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
Salary Range
$60,000+ depending on qualifications
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT
Standard office equipment and environment
Repetitive use of a keyboard
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, re