Ambulatory Behavioral Health Care Manager

Description

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Summary:

The Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM) is a core member of the integrated team-based care model of the primary care practices/behavioral health services. The BHCM is responsible for supporting and coordinating the behavioral health needs of patients.

Responsibilities:

*Work with the patient's care team to coordinate the behavioral health needs of the patients.

*Screen and assess patients for common behavioral health disorders and facilitate engagement and follow-up care.

*Develop a comprehensive plan of care, including self-management aspects, in collaboration with the patient &/or caregiver and the patient's care team.

*Provide patient education about their behavioral health condition, medications, and available treatment options.

*Guide patients in developing skills and/or strategies for managing problems and triggers to decrease relapse and reduce risk.

*Provide brief behavioral interventions using evidenced-based psychosocial treatments as clinically indicated.

*Participate in weekly caseload review meetings with consultant psychiatrist and communicate the resulting treatment plan to the patient's medical provider and LCSW if applicable.

*Assist with coordination of appropriate internal and external referrals for behavioral health treatment/counseling for patients as clinically indicated.

*Document assessments, patient progress, treatment recommendations and care plan in the electronic medical record (EMR) so as to be shared with the patient's care team.

*Implement crisis intervention strategies to ensure safety and well-being of clients in emergency situations.

Required

*Bachelor's or Master's degree in mental health related field

*2+ years of experience in behavioral health or a related field

*Driver's license and access to transportation

Preferred

*Previous case management experience.

*Proficiency in evidence-based treatment approaches such as Problem-Solving Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, Goal Setting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Behavioral Activation).

*Basic knowledge of psychopharmacology for common mental health disorders.

*Ability to engage with patient in a therapeutic relationship.

*Experience navigating an electronic medical record (such as Epic)

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: PBMD Behavioral Health

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Hybrid

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: DR PARK

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes