Behavioral Health Consultant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Behavioral Health Consultant roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, counseling, or a directly related field. Employers in community health, managed care, and integrated care settings actively file LCAs and sponsor candidates year-round.
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The position will provide behavioral health assessments, brief evidenced-based interventions, clinical/consultative services and education using the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, for patients and their family in Jefferson ambulatory practices of varying specialties. The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) in this role will serve patients ranging in age from toddler through late adulthood. The BHC will also provide consultation with the Primary Care Provider (PCP) to enhance the understanding of the patient, provide decision support for treatment planning, and assist in the ongoing care and monitoring of patients' behavioral health care and biopsychosocial treatment plans. Ensures behavioral health services are delivered in a culturally appropriate fashion and is consistent with State laws and regulations, professional standards of care, agency guidelines, and professional ethical guidelines.
Summary
The position will provide behavioral health assessments, brief evidenced-based interventions, clinical/consultative services and education using the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, for patients and their family in Jefferson ambulatory practices of varying specialties. The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) in this role will serve patients ranging in age from toddler through late adulthood. The BHC will also provide consultation with the Primary Care Provider (PCP) to enhance the understanding of the patient, provide decision support for treatment planning, and assist in the ongoing care and monitoring of patients' behavioral health care and biopsychosocial treatment plans. Ensures behavioral health services are delivered in a culturally appropriate fashion and is consistent with State laws and regulations, professional standards of care, agency guidelines, and professional ethical guidelines.
Job Duties
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
- Integrates evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal health care.
- Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable and affirming.
- Assist primary health care providers in recognizing, treating and managing patients with chronic emotional, psychosocial, substance use and/or physical health problems within the primary care setting.
- The BHC will provide functional strengths-based assessments, psychoeducation, brief problem-solving cognitive intervention, medication adherence counseling, and disease self-management counseling among others.
- Triaging and referring patients to specialty mental health care when appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Counseling related field or social work from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or an equivalent degree as determined by the Council on Social Work Education
- Doctorate PhD/PsyD in Psychology at an accredited university or college.
- 1 year in a behavioral health setting is required.
- Knowledge of: Medical terminology and disease process; documentation best-practices
- Skill in: Work with multidisciplinary teams, patients/families/significant others
- Ability to: Establish an appropriate plan to safely discharge patients to the next level of care as well as understand and adhere to city, state, and federal regulatory requirements
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - State of Pennsylvania or
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - State of Pennsylvania or
- LP - Licensed Psychologist - State of Pennsylvania
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Methodist Associates in Healthcare, Inc. (d/b/a Jefferson Community Physicians)
Primary Location Address
833 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
Number of Positions In Requisition
1
Job Details
The position will provide behavioral health assessments, brief evidenced-based interventions, clinical/consultative services and education using the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, for patients and their family in Jefferson ambulatory practices of varying specialties. The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) in this role will serve patients ranging in age from toddler through late adulthood. The BHC will also provide consultation with the Primary Care Provider (PCP) to enhance the understanding of the patient, provide decision support for treatment planning, and assist in the ongoing care and monitoring of patients' behavioral health care and biopsychosocial treatment plans. Ensures behavioral health services are delivered in a culturally appropriate fashion and is consistent with State laws and regulations, professional standards of care, agency guidelines, and professional ethical guidelines.
Summary
The position will provide behavioral health assessments, brief evidenced-based interventions, clinical/consultative services and education using the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model, for patients and their family in Jefferson ambulatory practices of varying specialties. The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) in this role will serve patients ranging in age from toddler through late adulthood. The BHC will also provide consultation with the Primary Care Provider (PCP) to enhance the understanding of the patient, provide decision support for treatment planning, and assist in the ongoing care and monitoring of patients' behavioral health care and biopsychosocial treatment plans. Ensures behavioral health services are delivered in a culturally appropriate fashion and is consistent with State laws and regulations, professional standards of care, agency guidelines, and professional ethical guidelines.
Job Duties
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
- Integrates evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal health care.
- Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable and affirming.
- Assist primary health care providers in recognizing, treating and managing patients with chronic emotional, psychosocial, substance use and/or physical health problems within the primary care setting.
- The BHC will provide functional strengths-based assessments, psychoeducation, brief problem-solving cognitive intervention, medication adherence counseling, and disease self-management counseling among others.
- Triaging and referring patients to specialty mental health care when appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Counseling related field or social work from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or an equivalent degree as determined by the Council on Social Work Education
- Doctorate PhD/PsyD in Psychology at an accredited university or college.
- 1 year in a behavioral health setting is required.
- Knowledge of: Medical terminology and disease process; documentation best-practices
- Skill in: Work with multidisciplinary teams, patients/families/significant others
- Ability to: Establish an appropriate plan to safely discharge patients to the next level of care as well as understand and adhere to city, state, and federal regulatory requirements
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - State of Pennsylvania or
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - State of Pennsylvania or
- LP - Licensed Psychologist - State of Pennsylvania
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Methodist Associates in Healthcare, Inc. (d/b/a Jefferson Community Physicians)
Primary Location Address
833 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Behavioral Health Consultant
Align your degree to specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to behavioral health consulting duties. A degree in psychology, clinical social work, or counseling typically satisfies this. A general business or unrelated science degree will likely trigger an RFE even with years of experience.
Verify your licensure transfers across state lines
Many behavioral health roles require licensure such as LCSW, LPC, or LMFT, and sponsoring employers confirm state-specific credentials before filing. Check the target state's licensing board requirements early, since endorsement processing can delay your start date and push back your LCA filing timeline.
Target integrated care and managed care employers
Community mental health centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and large managed care organizations file LCAs for behavioral health roles far more consistently than private solo practices. Focus your search on organizations with established HR teams and existing visa sponsorship infrastructure.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsorship history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed LCA filing history for behavioral health and counseling roles. This cuts out guesswork at the application stage and lets you prioritize outreach toward organizations already set up to sponsor your visa category.
Request the LCA wage level before accepting an offer
DOL certifies LCAs at Wage Level I through IV, and your offered salary must meet the prevailing wage for your location and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level your employer is filing at before you sign, so there are no surprises at adjudication.
Clarify PERM requirements for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship
If your employer offers a green card pathway, most behavioral health consultant roles go through PERM labor certification under EB-2 or EB-3. Confirm early whether your employer has PERM experience, since the recruitment and audit process can take 12 to 18 months before USCIS adjudicates your petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Behavioral Health Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, provided the employer documents that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as psychology, counseling, or social work. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more likely to face an RFE. Employers in integrated care settings typically have stronger documentation supporting the specialty occupation argument than general staffing arrangements.
Which visa types can sponsor Behavioral Health Consultant positions?
H-1B is the most common path for behavioral health consultants, covering initial status of up to three years, extendable to six. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role maps to a qualifying USMCA profession. J-1 visa is an option through designated sponsor organizations for training or research contexts. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship is also available through PERM labor certification for longer-term roles.
Do I need a state license to get sponsored as a Behavioral Health Consultant?
Licensure requirements depend on the specific duties and the employer's state. Roles involving clinical assessment, treatment planning, or direct therapy almost always require a state license such as an LCSW, LPC, or LMFT. Some consultancy roles focused on program development or policy work may not require active licensure, but you should confirm this with the employer before the LCA is filed, since licensure is often listed as a job requirement in the DOL posting.
How long does H-1B sponsorship take for a Behavioral Health Consultant?
After your employer files a certified LCA with DOL, they submit the I-129 petition to USCIS. Standard processing currently runs several months, though timelines vary and USCIS publishes updated estimates regularly. Premium processing is available for a faster decision on the petition itself, though it doesn't speed up the LCA certification step. Plan for a minimum of several weeks between job offer and authorized start date even under ideal conditions.
Where can I find employers who sponsor Behavioral Health Consultant roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for behavioral health and counseling roles, searchable by location and role type. This is the most direct way to identify organizations already set up to file LCAs and navigate the sponsorship process, rather than applying broadly and discovering late in the hiring process that an employer doesn't sponsor.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Behavioral Health Consultant jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.