What are the responsibilities and job description for the CoCM BH Care Manager - LCSW/LPC position at Harbor Health Services?
COMPANY OVERVIEW
At Harbor Health, we're transforming healthcare in Austin through collaboration and innovation. We're seeking passionate individuals to help us create a member-centered experience that connects comprehensive care with a modern payment model.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued, please bring your talents to our team!
POSITION OVERVIEW
BH Care Manager (LCSW or LPC) at Harbor Health to provide comprehensive behavioral health services and care coordination for our members in collaboration with psychiatry. This role combines clinical expertise with a collaborative approach to support our integrated healthcare model.
POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Support the mental and physical health care of patients on an assigned patient caseload. Closely coordinate care with the patient's medical provider and, when appropriate, other mental health providers
- Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists to ensure integrated care delivery
- Document clinical interactions and maintain accurate electronic health records
- Participate in regularly scheduled (usually weekly) caseload consultation with the psychiatric consultant and communicate resulting treatment recommendations to the patient's medical provider. Consultations will focus on patients new to the caseload and those who are not improving as expected under the current treatment plan. Case reviews may be conducted by telephone, video, or in person.
- Facilitate referrals for clinically indicated services outside of the organization (e.g., social services such as housing assistance, vocational rehabilitation, mental health specialty care, substance abuse treatment).
- Provide crisis intervention services when needed
- Support development of behavioral health programs and initiatives
DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
WHAT WE OFFER
Harbor Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians and teammates and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
