Behavioral Health Programs Coordinator

City of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of St. Louis seeks a Public Health Program Representative (Behavioral Health) to support educational initiatives and coordinate programs within the Health Department.

The role emphasizes recognizing and addressing mental health issues, linking clients to resources, and delivering community-based education. Ideal candidates will have a public health or behavioral sciences background, strong counseling skills, and experience working with diverse community partners.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public health principles and behavioral health care.
• Ability to link patients to community resources.
• Experience with client counseling and education.
• Ability to coordinate with community organizations and subcontractors.
• Data entry and reporting familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Assists in recognizing, treating, and managing mental health and psychosocial issues.
• Provides information and referrals to link patients with community resources.
• Oversees, coordinates, and provides technical assistance to community-based organizations, inter-agency coalitions, task forces, and subcontractors.
• Delivers Behavioral Health education programs and makes presentations to groups.
• Completes required forms and maintains records.

Skills

Psychology principles

Counseling techniques

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, Psychology, Behavioral/Social Sciences, or a directly related medical/behavioral science field

Job description

City of St. Louis seeks a Public Health Program Representative (Behavioral Health) to support educational initiatives and coordinate programs within the Health Department.

The role emphasizes recognizing and addressing mental health issues, linking clients to resources, and delivering community-based education. Ideal candidates will have a public health or behavioral sciences background, strong counseling skills, and experience working with diverse community partners.