Behavioral Health Access & Outreach Specialist

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Behavioral Health Outreach Consultant to support the Texas Child Mental Health Consortium and improve access to behavioral health services for children and families in Texas.

The role emphasizes provider outreach, referral coordination, education, and collaboration with clinicians, care coordinators, and community partners to advance behavioral health access and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ability to relate with diverse individuals and establish trust with stakeholders.
• Dedication to meeting internal and external customer needs.
• Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare organizations and referral sources.
• Clear verbal and written communication; ability to present information to clinicians and partners.
• Efficient time management and ability to coordinate multiple outreach initiatives.
• Use sound judgment to resolve issues and improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct provider outreach visits to physician practices, clinics, and community organizations.
• Coordinate referrals and track outcomes; facilitate behavioral health consultations.
• Develop and maintain community partnerships and identify referral resources.
• Deliver education materials and outreach documents to clinicians and organizations.
• Document outreach activities and prepare reports and performance metrics.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program evaluations.

Skills

Interpersonal Savvy

Customer Focus

Building Effective Relationships

Communication

Organizing

Problem Solving

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Behavioral Health Outreach Consultant to support the Texas Child Mental Health Consortium and improve access to behavioral health services for children and families in Texas.

The role emphasizes provider outreach, referral coordination, education, and collaboration with clinicians, care coordinators, and community partners to advance behavioral health access and outcomes.