Care Transition Manager, Behavioral Health

Richmond University Medical Center•New York, NY

16d•$110,000 - $135,000

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Day Shift - 7.5 Hours (United States of America) If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Our Mission We the staff of Human Resources are proud to share a long-standing tradition of excellence at Richmond University Medical Center. We uphold the mission by providing premier quality patient care through a full spectrum of emergent, acute, primary, behavioral health and educational services, and value the pride and integrity that motivate us to always be more, and always be better. We are committed to our mission and values because WE CARE! We are Welcoming, Energized, Compassionate, Advocates, Respectful and Excellent in our interaction with our patients, families, visitors and co-workers. WE CARE W We are welcoming and gracious toward each other, and toward all who come to receive our services. E Personnel are energized for quality, creativity, commitment and teamwork. C Compassion is the way we share deep concern and care toward each person. A Advocacy is our activity that promotes the rights and responsibilities of patients, families, and staff, in the hospital setting and in the community. R We show respect by recognizing the basic dignity of every person in all our interactions and in the formulation of policies and procedures. E Excellence is our way of demonstrating that we can always be more and always be better.

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Clinical Psychologist or RN in New York State – required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in hospital-based behavioral health care, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of inpatient psychiatric workflows, care coordination, and crisis intervention.
Demonstrate understanding of behavioral health admission criteria, utilization management principles, discharge planning processes, and payer requirements
Experience working with community based agencies and government agencies.
Familiarity with regulatory guidelines, including OMH, CMS, and Joint Commission standards.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with CPEP and Inpatient Unit Nurse Managers and Unit Chiefs to streamline care transitions and discharge planning.
Provide direct supervision to inpatient and CPEP social workers, discharge planners, and RN care coordinators.
Serve as a clinical advisor for complex discharge planning, social admissions, psychosocial escalations, and patient flow concerns.
Offer clinical supervision and guidance on crisis management, including escalations to ACS, APS, or other governmental bodies.
Perform regular chart reviews to ensure compliance, quality documentation, and utilization management.
Coordinate with external community providers to facilitate appropriate placements and step-down care.
Assist in recruitment, training, mentoring, and performance management of staff.
Act as a liaison between Behavioral Health and Care Coordination teams to ensure alignment of services and priorities.
Monitor and support performance metrics including length of stay, readmissions, and patient throughput.
Support AVP with departmental goals and special projects including audits and performance improvement initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.