**Description** Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: The Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM) is a core member of the integrated team-based care model of the primary care practices/behavioral health services. The BHCM is responsible for supporting and coordinating the behavioral health needs of patients. Responsibilities: • Work with the patient’s care team to coordinate the behavioral health needs of the patients. • Screen and assess patients for common behavioral health disorders and facilitate engagement and follow-up care. • Develop a comprehensive plan of care, including self-management aspects, in collaboration with the patient &/or caregiver and the patient’s care team. • Provide patient education about their behavioral health condition, medications, and available treatment options. • Guide patients in developing skills and/or strategies for managing problems and triggers to decrease relapse and reduce risk. • Provide brief behavioral interventions using evidenced-based psychosocial treatments as clinically indicated. • Participate in weekly caseload review meetings with consultant psychiatrist and communicate the resulting treatment plan to the patient’s medical provider and LCSW if applicable. • Assist with coordination of appropriate internal and external referrals for behavioral health treatment/counseling for patients as clinically indicated. • Document assessments, patient progress, treatment recommendations and care plan in the electronic medical record (EMR) so as to be shared with the patient’s care team. • Implement crisis intervention strategies to ensure safety and well-being of clients in emergency situations. **Other information:** **Required** • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mental health related field • 2+ years of experience in behavioral health or a related field • Driver's license and access to transportation **Preferred** • Previous case management experience. • Proficiency in evidence-based treatment approaches such as Problem-Solving Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, Goal Setting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Behavioral Activation). • Basic knowledge of psychopharmacology for common mental health disorders. • Ability to engage with patient in a therapeutic relationship. • Experience navigating an electronic medical record (such as Epic) **Job Details** Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care Organization Unit: PBMD Behavioral Health Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Assignment Type: Hybrid Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: DR PARK Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.