Care Manager of Behavioral Health

Sun River Health • Bronx, NY

214d • $23 - $25

About The Position

A Behavioral Health Care Manager provides care management for specified CCBHC patients, Health Center patients, and community members in need of care management at Sun River Health. These patients may be referred by providers/clinical team; enrolled as a Behavioral Health CCBHC Program, be included in care management as part of a grant, insurance program or disease specific program. Links patients to preventive and primary health care services including care for: acute, chronic and communicable diseases; dental services; prenatal care and family planning; WIC and other nutrition services; pediatric care and immunizations; and behavioral health or substance abuse programs as needed. This includes assistance with community resources, social services, and referrals. This position will be responsible for proper and timely documentation within eCW and any designated care management software, as well as communication with internal and external referral sources to capture services provided. Performs other duties as assigned on an as needed basis.

Requirements

• Associate degree required or bachelor's degree preferred in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• At least 2 years' experience in the social services field is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for completing outreach and subsequent intake activities using required forms and documents as required.
• Consult with multidisciplinary team on client's care plan/needs/goals.
• Responsible for referring patients to needed services as directed by provider to support care plan/treatment goals.
• Consult with health care team to link patient to community/social services programs and entitlements.
• Conduct client outreach and engagement activities at least monthly to evaluate for on-going emerging needs.
• Follow up with Hospitals/ER upon notification of admission or discharge and coordinate with health care team.
• Assist patient in developing plans and community supports to overcome obstacles that would prevent them from receiving needed services/referrals.
• Provide basic instruction/health education to clarify provider instructions, procedures and referral needs.
• Conduct field visits to coordinate the care of patients.
• Participation in Behavioral Health CCBHC events to support services provided to patient populations and community members.

Benefits

• $1500 Sign On Bonus- Terms and Conditions Apply

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees