Behavioral Health Specialist Fellow (MSW) (LMSW)

DALLAS, TXPosted 21 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health.

• Job overview

  The Behavioral Health Specialist Fellow (MSW) role is a 12-month paid fellowship training program designed to develop competent clinicians for older adults within Oak Street Health's collaborative care model.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The fellow will engage in evidence-based interventions, clinical supervision, didactic learning, and work with older adult patients to improve behavioral health outcomes in a value-based care setting.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $46,597 to $101,228 annually, with benefits including health, vision, dental insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, wellness programs, flexible work schedules, and tuition assistance.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have or be completing an MSW with a minimum 3.0 GPA, hold or obtain a state social work license by fellowship start, and have a passion for behavioral health and teamwork; experience with older adults is preferred.

• Career development

  The fellowship provides clinical supervision hours, didactic training, and aims for fellows to continue long-term careers at Oak Street Health with opportunities for leadership and rapid advancement.

• Work environment and culture

  Oak Street Health values mission-driven work, collaboration, innovation in healthcare delivery, and fostering a supportive environment focused on improving health outcomes for older adults.

• Company information

  Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health, provides personalized primary care for Medicare patients with over 150 locations, focusing on quality care and community-based services.

• Team overview

  Fellows will join a collaborative care team working with licensed clinical social workers and other healthcare professionals in a value-based care model.

• Job location and travel

  Candidates must be willing to work at the assigned Oak Street Health location for the duration of the fellowship; specific locations vary.

• Application process

  Applicants must submit a CV, MSW diploma or transcript, social work license, and complete an application; interviews occur in multiple rounds with final decisions by August 15, 2025.

• Unique job features

  This fellowship uniquely combines paid training, clinical supervision, and guaranteed employment at Oak Street Health post-fellowship within an innovative value-based care model for older adults.

Company overview

Oak Street Health, now part of CVS Health, is a primary care provider focused on delivering value-based healthcare to older adults, particularly those on Medicare. The company operates a network of community-based medical centers across the United States, offering comprehensive preventive care, chronic disease management, and personalized health services. Oak Street Health generates revenue primarily through risk-based contracts with Medicare Advantage plans, earning payments based on patient outcomes and cost savings rather than traditional fee-for-service models. Founded in 2012 in Chicago, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint and was acquired by CVS Health in 2023 to strengthen CVS’s commitment to accessible, coordinated care. Candidates should be aware of Oak Street Health’s mission-driven culture, its emphasis on patient-centered care, and its integration into CVS Health’s broader healthcare ecosystem.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your passion for behavioral health and experience or training in short-term, solution-focused therapy, emphasizing your commitment to older adult populations.

• Focus on teamwork, collaboration skills, and familiarity with innovative, value-based healthcare models as these are central to Oak Street Health's approach.

• Apply through multiple channels including Oak Street Health's corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase chances of interview.

• Connect with current Behavioral Health Specialists or team members at Oak Street Health on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on their commitment to innovative care models or asking about their experience in the fellowship program.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'behavioral health,' 'solution-focused therapy,' 'collaborative care model,' 'value-based care,' and 'clinical supervision hours' to pass automated screenings effectively.

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