Senior Behavioral Health Concurrent Care Manager

State of Vermont; Waterbury (VT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% State paid medical premium

Dental plan at no cost for employees &

12 paid holidays

Job summary

State of Vermont is seeking a Senior Behavioral Health Concurrent Care Manager to join the Department of Vermont Health Access in Waterbury, VT. The Utilization Review Clinician will ensure clinically necessary services, review for inpatient and other mental health care, and collaborate across departments.

This full-time role offers a balanced schedule and robust benefits. The position emphasizes coordination with providers, ongoing quality improvement, and opportunities to participate in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a mental health related field.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Medicaid members receive medically necessary services at appropriate level of care.

Skills

Clinical writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master's degree in mental health

Licensed mental health professional or Vermont license within 6 months

Job description

Title: Senior Behavioral Health Concurrent Care Manager

Application Deadline Date: 11/03/2026

Location: Waterbury, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $46.78

Maximum Salary: $65.80

Overview

Make a difference and work with a diverse team of professionals as a Utilization Review Clinician at the Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA)! DVHA's Clinical Integrity Unit (CIU) is seeking a Utilization Review Clinician who will be responsible for ensuring that Vermont Medicaid members are receiving clinical services that are medically necessary and at the appropriate level of care. Have the work/life balance you need with a Monday-Friday schedule. 12 paid state holidays, in addition to a robust benefits package.

The Utilization Review Clinician works within the DVHA Clinical Services Team (CST), which is a team of mental health clinicians, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, physicians, and administrative assistants. This position does not involve direct service or require travel.

The Utilization Review Clinician has the following responsibilities:

• Work to ensure that Vermont Medicaid members are receiving clinical services that are medically necessary and at the appropriate level of care.
• Performing utilization review for inpatient psychiatric hospitalization and other mental health services. Utilization review is done in accordance with accepted department criteria and Medicaid Rule.
• Collaborate with providers, facilities and various departments within the Agency of Human Services to guarantee that members are receiving services that are both appropriate and of high quality.
• Provides opportunities to participate in additional projects and clinical initiatives in which the Clinician can utilize their clinical skills and knowledge more broadly.

The Utilization Review Clinician has the following Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a mental health related field and four years or more of clinical experience in counseling, social work, psychology, or psychiatric nursing.
• Experience with adults, children, and adolescents with severe emotional disturbance and knowledge of treatment options.
• Currently licensed mental health professional such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or possession of a Vermont license within six months of hire.
• Strong clinical, communication, and writing skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse team of professionals.

Mission: The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA)'s mission is to improve Vermonters' health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We have identified three priorities that support our mission: Advancing value-based payments, modernizing information technology infrastructure, and operational performance improvement. Our department commits to executing our responsibilities and priorities while adhering to three core values: Transparency, Integrity and Service.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: As part of our values of transparency, integrity, and service, we are committed to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as part of our person-centered culture. We actively celebrate our colleagues' and future colleagues' different abilities, racial identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported here.

Our State: Vermont is a "small but mighty" state. We are ranked as one of the top 10 states to raise a family in 2022. We are nationwide leaders for progressive social and educational policies. We are in Northern New England, 1.5 hours from Montreal and 3.5 hours from Boston. We have beautiful Lake Champlain, the Green Mountains, and year-round outdoor activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master's degree in a mental health related field.

Experience: Four years of clinical experience in counseling, social work, psychology or nursing, including experience with adults, children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbance, including knowledge of treatment options (including inpatient treatment) for adults, children and adolescents.

Special Requirements

Currently licensed mental health professional such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or possession of a Vermont license within six months of hire.

Reliable means of transportation required for off-site visits

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

Duties are performed largely in a standard office setting, but private means of transportation should be available for required travel outside of the office. Challenges occur on a regular basis involving obtaining appropriate services for discharge. Duties involve need for effective working relationships with a number of health care professionals.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.