Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator for the Emergency Psychiatry Service. The role supports care transitions with BH clinicians, ED staff, and community resources, applying knowledge of behavioral health and substance use care and strong communication.

The position emphasizes teamwork, problem solving, and organizational skills, with a focus on efficient service delivery and resource use.

Qualifications

• One year experience in a healthcare setting is required.
• Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder experience is preferred.
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in health care or human services field preferred.
• Excellence in public contact, problem solving and teamwork required.
• Strong computer/ data processing skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Behavioral Health Clinicians and ED staff to ensure appropriate care transitions.
• Support efficient delivery of healthcare services and optimal use of resources.
• Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral health and substance use care and treatment.
• Maintain excellent written and verbal communication with team and patients.

Skills

Public contact

Problem solving

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree in health care

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center · BMC Crisis Screening

Hourly Pay Range: 19.8800 through 29.8300

Posted 09/18/2026

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator works as a collaborative team member for the Emergency Psychiatry Service. This role collaborates with Psych ED BH Clinicians, ED nursing and providers to ensure appropriate care transitions and community-based services. The coordinator demonstrates knowledge and experience with behavioral health and substance use care and treatment and possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role supports BHS goal to improve the efficiency of healthcare service delivery and the effective use of resources.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

One year experience in a healthcare setting is required. Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder experience is preferred.

Education and Training:

Associates or bachelor’s degree in health care or human services field preferred.

License, Certification & Registration:

None

Other Requirements:

Demonstrated excellence in public contact skills, proven ability to problem-solve, prioritize workflow, and display initiative, dependability and the ability to accept direction and interact with others as a team member.

Demonstrated computer mastery working in multiple modules, demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills are required.

Knowledge of medical terminology is required.

Must have significant computer and data collection/processing experience.

Knowledge of community healthcare resources preferred.

Strong Organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to work independently is essential.

Demonstrated understanding of medical terminology and previous healthcare clerical experience is required.

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, a competitive retirement plan contribution and a paid time off program.