Job Summary: The Behavioral Care Manager assists in coordinating the daily operations of the department. This position monitors client activities and provides support to the team and other clinical teams. All staff must adhere to operational guidelines, professional code of ethics and comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations. Essential Job Functions: Answer incoming calls and make non-billable calls on behalf of the department and document the nature of the call in the clinical record. Review and keep for all clients; documents that would identify risk through the suicide care pathway and other potential crises then prioritize and route information to staff routinely. Schedule and cancel client appointments accurately on a daily basis. This includes entering the correct disposition for cancellation of appointments. Research and prepare appropriate forms and/or evidence-based modules to the department for the provision of billable services. Verify client information and insurance status and communicate areas of focus or concern to supervisory staff and supportive services. Serve as a liaison with HIM, Support Services, ROI, QI, and Medicaid Personnel with goal of adhering to regulatory compliance expectations in the management of client charts. Collaborate with supervisors to complete non-billable tasks related to ensuring regulatory responsibilities are completed in a timely fashion. Schedule and assist with assessments and sessions as time allows. Enter documentation into the electronic record that would not be billable. Perform verifications of benefits, and monitor Medicaid status to assure insurance is obtained and maintained during the course of the clients’ treatment, when needed for outpatient visits. Assist with outreaching clients and enter documentation of outreach attempts. Abide by the privacy and security policies when interacting with customers and co-workers at all times. Perform required tasks related to the regulatory requirements of closing of client charts. Assist and complete intra-office agency referrals as well as referrals as requested. Assist with daily team meetings by taking notes and dispersing staff as appropriate based on the risk rating and the client’s level of care. Perform other duties as may be assigned by Leadership.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees