Behavioral Health Case Manager

Tri-Med Family Care; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Professional development

Job summary

Tri-Med Family Care in Dalton, GA is seeking a Behavioral Health Case Manager to join our expanding team at the new site. You will provide care coordination for children, adolescents and families within an integrated pediatric primary care and behavioral health setting, working with a multidisciplinary team to identify needs and connect families with resources.

You will develop individualized care plans, document progress, and support services while adhering to confidentiality and organizational

Qualifications

• Ability to read and apply behavioral health information and policies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for patients, families, and providers.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for children, adolescents, and families within pediatric primary care and behavioral health.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with patient and family input.
• Document patient contacts, referrals, and progress in EHRs.
• Escalate concerns to Behavioral Health Specialist or medical providers when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Care coordination

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

We are excited to open a new location in Dalton GA and are seeking an Behavioral Health Case Manager to join our team. Training and onboarding will take place at 6120 Alabama Hwy Ringgold GA 30736 to provide a smooth transition and ensure you are fully prepared to serve patients at the new site.

Job Title: Behavioral Health Case Manager

Report To: CEO

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Prepared By: BHCM

Revision Date: 08.18.2026

Mission Statement: To Serve God according to His will and purpose by serving our community to the best of our ability with a passion for healthcare and compassion for people.

General Job Description

The Behavioral Health Case Manager provides support and care coordination services to children, adolescents, and families receiving care within an integrated pediatric primary care and behavioral health setting. The Case Manager works closely with the Behavioral Health Specialist, pediatric medical providers, care team members, patients, parents/guardians, and community service providers to identify needs, address barriers to care, coordinate services, and connect patients and families with appropriate resources.

The Case Manager assists with identifying patient strengths, needs, goals, and barriers and works collaboratively with the patient, family, and clinical team to develop and implement individualized care plans.

The Behavioral Health Case Manager may also be responsible for ancillary duties and tasks that support the overall operations of the Behavioral Health and Pediatric programs. These duties will be assigned based on the needs of the department and organization and may change as program needs change.

The Case Manager does not function as an independently licensed behavioral health clinician and does not provide services outside the scope of their education, training, experience, and assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and apply information related to behavioral health, healthcare, social services, community resources, and organizational policies.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, adolescents, parents/guardians, healthcare providers, community agencies, and other service providers.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with patients and families.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and the ability to recognize when a concern should be escalated to the Behavioral Health Specialist, medical provider, supervisor, or other appropriate professional.

Education & Work Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Family Studies, or another closely related behavioral health or social service field.

Work Experience Required

• Required experience working in behavioral health, social services, healthcare, case management, community services, or a closely related field.
• Experience working directly with children, adolescents, families, and/or individuals with behavioral health or psychosocial needs strongly preferred.
• Experience navigating community resources and social service systems preferred.
• Experience coordinating services with schools, behavioral health providers, healthcare providers, or community agencies preferred.
• Experience working with families experiencing social, economic, behavioral health, or other barriers to care preferred.

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Knowledge of behavioral health, social service systems, community resources and referral processes.
• Understanding of the social determinants of health and ACE's and their impact on children and families.
• Understanding of basic behavioral health concepts and the ability to recognize behavioral health concerns that require referral or clinical intervention.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to document patient contacts, referrals, progress, and services accurately and timely.
• Ability to work with electronic health records and basic computer systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and track referrals and patient needs.
• Ability to advocate for patients and families while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and community partners.
• Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality when working with patients, families, and outside agencies.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Strongly Preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Paid time off annually.
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive team environment that values your contributions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.