BHCM-LMHC/LCSW Bradenton
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Case Manager provides evidence-based psychological and behavioral health services in post-acute and long-term care facilities. The role includes direct clinical care, psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, psychological and behavioral assessments, crisis response, and care coordination for medically complex populations. The clinician works with interdisciplinary teams to support patient well-being, reduce hospitalizations, and enhance facility outcomes, while integrating mental health services into the broader clinical environment and supporting value-based care. The position requires an independently licensed clinician with strong clinical judgment, cultural competence, EHR proficiency, and adherence to documentation, compliance, and ethical standards. The clinician communicates with facility staff, patients, families, and internal teams; provides consultation and staff education as requested; and maintains licensure, continuing education, and clinical competencies. This is an on-site role conducting screenings across assigned post-acute and long-term care facilities, with 50% travel to facilities and 50% work from a home office. The schedule is Monday through Friday, generally 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some flexibility based on facility and patient needs. Credentialing support for payer enrollment is provided.
Requirements
- Doctoral or master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work from an accredited institution.
- Active Florida independent license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
- At least two years of clinical experience in behavioral health.
- Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including CBT, supportive therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of interdisciplinary care models in skilled nursing and long-term care environments.
- Familiarity with value-based care principles and outcome-driven clinical practices.
- Proficiency with EHR documentation and digital communication tools.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Cultural competence and ability to work effectively with diverse patient and facility populations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with geriatric, medically complex, or post-acute care populations.
- Experience with behavioral or cognitive interventions, crisis response, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Provide psychotherapy using evidence-based interventions appropriate for post-acute and long-term care residents.
- Deliver behavior therapy and supportive interventions addressing mood, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms.
- Conduct psychological and behavioral assessments to support diagnosis, care planning, and treatment goals.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy, social services, and interdisciplinary team members to support integrated behavioral health care.
- Participate in care planning meetings as needed and communicate treatment recommendations to facility teams.
- Coordinate with internal PHA providers to support continuity of psychiatric and psychological care.
- Complete accurate, timely EHR documentation in accordance with PHA policies, billing requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Follow relevant AHCA, DCF, CMS, and Florida practice guidelines; maintain ethical standards, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance.
- Provide crisis assessment and intervention for acute mental status changes, suicidality, aggression, or behavioral disturbances.
- Follow risk management, safety planning, and Baker Act procedures when indicated.
- Consult with and guide facility staff on mental health conditions, behavioral strategies, and patient care approaches.
- Participate in staff education initiatives as requested.
- Maintain required licensure, continuing education credits, and clinical competencies.
- Stay current with evidence-based practices, regulatory updates, and behavioral health standards relevant to post-acute care.
Benefits
- Credentialing support for payer enrollment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
