Collaborative Care Behavioral Health Care Manager - GS9018

Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Collaborative Care Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM) at OSU-Center for Health Sciences is an integral member of the interdisciplinary primary care team in the Family Medicine Clinics.

The BHCM provides population-based behavioral health care within a Collaborative Care Model, collaborating with physicians, APPs, psychiatrists, psychologists, and care team members to support patients with depression, anxiety, and related needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a behavioral health discipline is required.
• Experience delivering behavioral health services in outpatient/primary care settings is expected.
• Licensure or certification for the applicable discipline in Oklahoma is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide population-based behavioral health care as part of a Collaborative Care Model.
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, APPs, psychiatrists, psychologists and care teams.
• Engage in proactive outreach, measurement-based care, and follow-up across patients.

Skills

Behavioral health assessment

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based interventions

Electronic health records

Patient engagement

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related behavioral health discipline

Job description

Campus

OSU-Center for Health Sciences

Contact Name & Email

Jeffery Kellerman, [e-mail]

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

Appointment Length: Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range: $Commensurate - $Commensurate

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date: While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About This Position

The Collaborative Care Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM) is an integral member of the interdisciplinary primary care team within the Family Medicine Clinics at Oklahoma State University College of Health Sciences. The BHCM provides population-based behavioral health care as part of an evidence-based Collaborative Care Model, working closely with primary care physicians, advanced practice providers, consulting psychiatrists, psychologists, and other members of the care team. The BHCM supports patients with behavioral health conditions commonly encountered in primary care, including depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, adjustment disorders, and other behavioral or psychosocial needs. The position emphasizes proactive outreach, measurement-based care, patient engagement, care coordination, brief behavioral interventions, and systematic follow-up. The BHCM will help integrate behavioral health into routine primary care while supporting the educational mission of Oklahoma State University College of Health Sciences. The individual in this role may participate in the education and supervision of medical students, residents, and other health professions learners as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Social work, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or a related behavioral health discipline from an appropriately accredited program. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Experience providing behavioral health services in outpatient, primary care, community health, or integrated care settings.

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

• Appropriate clinical licensure or certification for the professional discipline in the State of Oklahoma, as applicable.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, care coordination, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral health interventions and measurement-based care.
• Ability to effectively use electronic health records and clinical information systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered, culturally responsive, and equitable care.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodations.