Pediatric Behavioral Health Consultant & Care Manager

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation in Birmingham, Alabama seeks a Behavioral Health Consultant/Case Manager to provide comprehensive assessments, care coordination, and intervention services within pediatric care settings.

The role emphasizes individualized care planning, collaboration with healthcare teams, and ongoing monitoring to improve client outcomes across the behavioral health spectrum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
• 2+ years of experience in behavioral health case management or consulting.
• Knowledge of behavioral health disorders, treatment modalities, and community resources.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with clients and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough behavioral health assessments to identify client needs and strengths.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and healthcare teams.
• Coordinate services and referrals to community resources, treatment providers, and support systems.
• Provide ongoing case management, including crisis intervention and follow-up to ensure continuity of care.
• Document client progress and maintain records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Educate clients and families about behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for client needs and optimize outcomes.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Care coordination

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related field

Tools

EHR systems

Case management software

Job description

Cahaba Medical Care Foundation in Birmingham, Alabama seeks a Behavioral Health Consultant/Case Manager to provide comprehensive assessments, care coordination, and intervention services within pediatric care settings.

The role emphasizes individualized care planning, collaboration with healthcare teams, and ongoing monitoring to improve client outcomes across the behavioral health spectrum.