Senior Behavioral Health Case Manager

Acadia Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a qualified professional to manage patient cases in a behavioral health setting. The role emphasizes high-level clinical knowledge, collaborative care planning, and rigorous documentation from admission to discharge.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field, is a licensed healthcare professional with mental health experience, and has 3+ years in behavioral health.Responsibilities include coordination across departments and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field is required.
• Licensed health care professional with mental health experience is required.
• Three or more years' experience in a behavioral health setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient cases from admission through discharge.
• Initiate authorization with network providers.
• Review medical records and contribute to care planning with the treatment team.
• Ensure documentation meets guidelines for quality and regulatory review.
• Liaise with physicians and treatment team to document all aspects of care.
• Coordinate transitions and discharge planning with admissions, clinical, and family members.

Skills

Case management

Clinical knowledge

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a qualified professional to manage patient cases in a behavioral health setting. The role emphasizes high-level clinical knowledge, collaborative care planning, and rigorous documentation from admission to discharge.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field, is a licensed healthcare professional with mental health experience, and has 3+ years in behavioral health.Responsibilities include coordination across departments and ensuring