Integrated Behavioral Health Coordinator

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is a non-profit corporation that provides culturally sensitive health care to the American Indian population. OKCIC services include not only basic medical care but also dental, optometry, behavioral health, fitness, nutrition, and other family programs. Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare to American Indians. We do this by putting people first, providing quality services, and maintaining our Integrity and Professionalism. We are seeking compassionate team players to join our growing team as we continue working toward our goal of becoming the national model for American Indian Healthcare. We are currently hiring an Integrated Behavioral Health Coordinator to join our Behavioral Health team. This role is essential in supporting an integrated care model by providing mental health screenings, care coordination, and timely crisis response support. The Coordinator works closely with Behavioral Health providers and the Integrated Health team to ensure patients receive seamless, coordinated, and culturally competent care. In this role, the Integrated Behavioral Health Coordinator will serve as a key point of connection between patients and providers, assisting with screenings, assessments, referrals, and case management services. This position plays a critical role in responding to behavioral health needs, including supporting patients experiencing crisis situations, and coordinating care across internal teams and external resources. The ideal candidate is a compassionate, detail-oriented professional with experience in behavioral health, care coordination, and crisis response. They are comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills, and are committed to providing patient-centered, culturally respectful care. Applicants claiming Indian Preference must complete the full application and must provide documentation verifying eligibility (such as a tribal enrollment card or Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB). The Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is a non-profit organization and not a federal employer. Indian preference hiring laws apply. The Clinic is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The Clinic adheres to all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including protections based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, veteran status, and other characteristics as required by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, medical marijuana license holders who test positive for marijuana will not be qualified for this position
Must align with OKCIC vision, mission and core values
Bachelor’s degree in a Behavioral Health-related field required
Previous experience working in a behavioral health setting required
Crisis management experience preferred
Case Management II Certification required
Ability to maintain HIPAA compliance, confidentiality, and data integrity
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and respond effectively in high-pressure situations

Nice To Haves

Experience with community health, nonprofit organizations, or public health programs preferred
Experience working with the Native American population preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct mental health screenings, assessments, and intake coordination for patients
Provide care coordination and service integration across behavioral health and medical systems
Serve as backup support for the Integrated Health phone board, including assisting with crisis calls
Act as an initial point of contact for patients experiencing mental health crises, including suicidal ideation or severe mental illness, and coordinate appropriate responses
Collaborate with psychiatrists, medical family therapists, outpatient therapists, and Peer Recovery Specialists to support patient care
Participate in weekly Integrated Health team meetings and ongoing care coordination efforts
Coordinate behavioral health services and treatment planning within the clinic
Provide case management and referrals to community resources, outside agencies, and residential treatment centers
Ensure timely, accurate documentation of all patient encounters in accordance with clinic and regulatory standards
Assist with linkage to both mental health and non-mental health services to support whole-person care