ACO Behavioral Health Case Manager ll

Fallon Community Health Plan, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Fallon Health, a Worcester-based not-for-profit health system, seeks an Accountable Care Organization Behavioral Health Case Manager II. You will assess, coordinate and manage care for Fallon Health ACO members, embedded in partner provider offices and interfacing with care teams to improve outcomes and access to services.

The role emphasizes telephonic/face-to-face engagement, care planning, and collaboration with providers, social care staff, and community resources, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology or related field.
• Licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in MA.
• Minimum four years of clinical behavioral health experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop care plans.
• Coordinate care with nurses, navigators and providers.
• Maintain HIPAA and EMR documentation.
• Engage members and caregivers to support access to benefits and services.

Skills

LCSW

Care coordination

EMR

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

About Fallon Health:

Fallon Health is a mission-driven not-for-profit health care services organization based in Worcester, Massachusetts. For 45 years we have been improving health and inspiring hope in the communities we serve. Committed to caring for those who need us most, we pride ourselves on providing equitable access to coordinated, integrated care for our members with a special focus on those who qualify for Medicare and Medicaid. We also serve as a provider of care through our Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Dedicated to delivering high quality health care, we are continually rated among the nation’s top health plans for member experience and service and clinical quality.

Brief Summary of Purpose:

The Accountable Care Organization ACO Behavioral Health Case Manager II (BHCM II) is an integral part on an interdisciplinary team focused on transition of care assessment and support, care coordination, care management and improving access to and quality of care for Fallon Health ACO members.

The BHCM II embeds in the ACO Partner Provider Offices and works closely with ACO Partner Providers, Office Staff, Care Management Staff and others at the Partner sites managing member care.

BHCM II seeks to establish telephonic and/or face to face relationships with the member/caregiver(s) to better ensure ongoing service provision and care coordination, consistent with the member specific care plan developed by the BHCM II and Care Team.

Responsibilities may include conducting in home/office face to face visits for member identified as needing face to face visit interaction and assessments with the goal to coordinate and facilitate services to meet member needs according to benefit structures and available community resources. The BHCM II conducts assessments and refers members to Community Partner Programs such as Behavioral Health and Long-Term Services and Supports. The BHCM II may also refer members to Flex Program as applicable depending upon the ACO the member is affiliated with. The BHCM II may utilize an ACD line to support department and incoming/outgoing calls with the goal of first call resolution with each interaction.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

Member Assessment & Education

• Telephonic and in-home assessments; create individualized care plans with members and care teams.

• Perform care transition assessments and maintain knowledge of program benefits and policies.

• Educate members/caregivers on disease management and self-care.

• Advocate for members to access benefits and community resources (e.g., housing, food, transportation).

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Develop member-centered care plans and monitor progress toward goals.

• Coordinate with Nurse Case Managers, Navigators, Social Care Managers, and community partners.

• Foster relationships with members, families, and providers to ensure timely, cost-effective care.

• Participate in clinical rounds and report safety concerns to Protective Services as needed.

Provider & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Attend care plan meetings and provider visits; lead reviews when applicable.

• Complete assessments, notes, and care plans in TruCare and EMR systems.

• Serve as a behavioral health consultant and provide training as needed.

• Collaborate with Fallon Health, Beacon Health Options, and contracted providers to ensure timely mental health and substance use supports.

• Maintain HIPAA compliance and attend required meetings and supervision.

Other

• Support quality initiatives and department projects.

• Cover assignments as needed and perform other duties as directed.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work, mental health counseling, psychology

License:

• LCSW, Master’s MA/MS in Mental Health Counseling – under clinical supervision

Certification :

• Certification in Case Management a plus

Other:

• Satisfactory Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) results.

• This role requires compliance with the ACO Partner Health and Educational requirements.

Experience:

• Four + years clinical experience in the behavioral health/mental health setting required

• Experience with government programs, community resources, case management, substance use disorders and/or severe and persistent mental illness preferred.

Performance Requirements including but not limited to:

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop comprehensive care plans addressing behavioral, medical, and social needs.

• Strong case management, care coordination, and member advocacy skills.

• Knowledge of behavioral health resources, levels of care, and criteria.

• Familiarity with motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and culturally sensitive engagement.

• Experience with diverse populations: children, adolescents, homeless, SPMI, substance use disorders, and disabilities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including providers, state agencies, and behavioral health vendors.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and EMR systems.

Pay Range Disclosure:

In accordance with the Massachusetts Wage Transparency Act, the pay range for this position is around $90,000 - $92,000 per year, which reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and fit with the role’s responsibilities.

Fallon Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Location US-MA-Worcester, MA

Posted Date 2 days ago (10/19/2026 10:25 AM)

Job ID 8532

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Category Behavioral Health