Behavioral Health Care Manager

Jobtome; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome in the United States seeks a licensed behavioral health clinician to provide care management and coordination across the care continuum. You will support multidisciplinary teams, develop care plans, and coordinate services to improve member outcomes while managing a caseload and traveling as required.

The role emphasizes whole-person care, proactive outreach, and collaboration with providers. A valid clinical license, strong communication, and data-entry proficiency are essential for

Qualifications

• At least 2 years health care experience, preferably in behavioral health.
• Licensed behavioral health clinician: LCSW, LMSW, APSW, CHES, LPC, LPCC, LMFT, PhD/PsyD or equivalent; active and unrestricted.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel.
• Experience with working with persons with severe and persistent mental health concerns, including substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of whole person care principles, chronic health conditions, and discharge planning coordination.
• Data entry skills and experience using a clinical platform.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive behavioral health assessments per timelines and identifies candidates for care coordination.
• Develops and implements care plans with member, caregivers, physician, and other healthcare professionals.
• Conducts telephonic, face-to-face or home visits as required.
• Monitors care plans, documents interventions and goal achievement, and suggests changes.
• Maintains ongoing member caseload with regular outreach and management.
• Promotes integration of services for behavioral health, LTSS, and home/community resources.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary care team meetings and informal ICT collaboration.
• Uses motivational interviewing and Molina clinical guideposts to educate and motivate change.
• Assesses barriers to care and provides care coordination and assistance.
• May provide consultation and resources to peers as needed.
• Travel 25-40% may be required.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Data entry

Microsoft Office proficiency

Clinical platform experience

Tools

Clinical platform software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Jobtome in the United States seeks a licensed behavioral health clinician to provide care management and coordination across the care continuum. You will support multidisciplinary teams, develop care plans, and coordinate services to improve member outcomes while managing a caseload and traveling as required.

The role emphasizes whole-person care, proactive outreach, and collaboration with providers. A valid clinical license, strong communication, and data-entry proficiency are essential for