Posted 23 July, 2026
Qualified Behavioral Health Professional - Outpatient Behavioral Health
Carle Health
Peoria, IL, US
Full Time
Job Description
Overview Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, Outpatient Behavioral Health will provide behavioral health assessment, intervention, and consultation to individuals and/or groups identified as having behavioral health needs; plans treatment modalities, coordinates and follows treatment plans. Will provide crisis evaluation and intervention as needed. The QBHP is recognized as a Qualified Mental Health Professional under Medicaid Community-Based Mental Health Services Rule 140. Qualifications Educational Requirements: Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Related Field Certification & Licensure Requirements\n
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- Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. Upon Hire \n
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- Successfully completed 1,000 hours of practicum and/or internship under clinical and educational supervision Or \n
- One year of documented clinical experience under the supervision of a QMHP. \n
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- Performs diagnostic assessments, collects diagnostic information, and determines immediate treatment plan needs with patients. Requests medical consultation, where indicated, in a diligent and timely manner. \n
- Completes treatment plan in conjunction with patient, identifying goals/objectives that are connected to needs identified in the assessment. \n
- Provides behavioral health therapy to individuals, families and/or groups identified as having behavioral health needs. \n
- Coordinates with Emergency Response Service and other crisis service teams for clients presenting who may be a danger to self or others. \n
- Maintains records in accordance with UnityPlace policies, as well as state and federal oversight agencies and accreditation agencies including Joint Commission, Medicaid, Medicaid Rehabilitation Option, Illinois Department of Public Health, and Commercial Insurances. \n
- Acts as a liaison and resource between the community and patient needs; coordinates treatment goals with community agencies, primary care physicians, court system, and managed-care entities. \n
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- Meets clinical productivity standards \n
- Meets compliance standards for all documentation and clinical charts. \n
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- Participates in in-service and competency training. \n
- Prepares special reports as needed on activities, and work group activities. \n
