Behavioral Health Psychologist

Kinwell is hiring a Behavioral Health Psychologist to join our North Country Homes clinic in Spokane, Washington. The Behavioral Health Psychologist (BHP) is a behavioral health provider embedded in Kinwell’s primary care clinics and works as a core member of the primary care team. Their role is to assist and collaborate with the primary care clinician and team to improve their effectiveness and efficiency in managing the whole patient and the entire clinic population. Kinwell BHPs practice as generalists, seeing patients of varied ages with a wide range of behavioral issues affecting their health. They emphasize same-day visits and easy access, getting care to people when they most need and want it, and work seamlessly with our Physicians and other team members. The Behavioral Health Psychologist is a regular, routine, and critical part of primary care at Kinwell.  
 
What you'll do: 

• Conduct psychological assessments, including clinical interviews, standardized screeners, and behavioral observations. 

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations in alignment with DSM-5 criteria, while considering holistic factors such as lifestyle, physical health, and social context within the PCBH framework. 

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other integrative therapy approaches. 

• Integrate holistic and mind-body interventions such as mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), relaxation techniques, and sustainable lifestyle interventions into treatment plans to enhance overall well-being. 

• Assist patients in overcoming barriers and adhering to treatment plans developed by medical clinicians. 

• Provide referrals to community resources, inpatient services, or specialty care as needed. 

• Work collaboratively with medical providers, specialists, care coordinators, and other health professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to care. 

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to provide psychological insights on patient engagement and progress, treatment strategies, and holistic care planning. 

• Offer psychological consultation and training to medical staff on mental health issues, stress management, and behavioral medicine interventions. 

• Provide clinical consultation to BH clinicians either in person, by video, or by telephone. 

• Assist in, or when appropriate, take over care of medically complex patients whose needs surpass those of a BHC. 

• Educate medical clinicians and other clinic team members as well as patients and their families on mental and behavioral health conditions, psychological aspects of chronic disease management, stress management, healthy lifestyle choices, and wellness strategies. 

• Promote the integration of mental health with physical care, creating resources and guiding patients toward self-management and resilience-building techniques. 

• Promote mental health awareness and preventative care practices with physical healthcare, through presentations, creation of resources, and informal engagement to promote resilience-building and stress management strategies for entire clinic population. 

• Contribute to the development of holistic behavioral health programs within the clinic, including wellness initiatives, behavioral interventions, harm reduction principles, and integration of mental health within primary care. 

• Identify, develop, and pilot new pathways to improve patient outcomes, reduce barriers, and deliver more services in the context of primary care. 

• Cultivate on-going clinical development of BHCs through team training, consultation, active engagement in team discussions, and being a visible champion of integrated care. 

• Stay informed on the latest research in clinical psychology and holistic health care, applying new insights and evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes. 

• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation of patient encounters, assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in the clinic’s electronic health record (EHR) system. 

• Ensure that all clinical work adheres to ethical guidelines, confidentiality standards, and legal requirements for psychological practice. 

• Participate in peer review of EHR documentation, ensuring accurate and ethical standards across the BH team. 
   

What you'll bring: 

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution. 

• Licensed or license-eligible (licensed within a year of start date) as a Clinical Psychologist in the state of Washington. 

• Ability to see patients of all ages, including children and adolescents. 

• Three years of clinical experience in a behavioral health setting. (Preferred) 

• Experience working with patients under the age of 18. (Preferred) 

• Experience working in a healthcare clinic or primary care setting. (Preferred) 

• Experience working on an interdisciplinary team. (Preferred) 

• Well-developed analytical, interpersonal, and therapeutic skills and the ability to work closely with a diverse staff and patient population. 

• Established therapeutic style, grounded in theory and training in empirically proven models, that can be applied to the wide range of issues seen in primary care. 

• Proficiency in evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, etc.). 

• Skilled in providing patient-centered care and empathy. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 

• Ability to work collaboratively on an interdisciplinary team of diverse staff with a diverse patient population. 

• Knowledge of holistic and integrative approaches to behavioral health care. 

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. 

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment. 

• Proficiency incorporating technology into patient care (e.g., conducting virtual visits and utilizing electronic health records). 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care strongly preferred at time of hire from American Heart Association (AHA), Red Cross, or Military Training Network (MTN) or willingness to obtain within 6-months of hire.    
   

Working Environment 
 

This position operates in a clinic environment, providing both in person and telehealth care. Collaboration with various healthcare providers is routine, and participation in wellness programs may also be required. 
 

Physical Requirements 
 

Ability to work in a clinical environment, interact with patients for prolonged periods, and perform duties requiring a high level of concentration and emotional resilience.