Behavioral Health Coordinator

Behavioral Health Coordinator

Position Summary
This individual will provide behavioral health support to residents of long‑term care facilities under the supervision of a licensed professional. The role includes training in assessments and interventions that support treatment specified in individual care plans. Regional travel will be required.

• Conduct assessments that include the behavioral and social needs of patients.
• Meet with families and facility staff to coordinate care as recommended by licensed professionals.
• Assess patients’ knowledge of their clinical condition and provide education and self‑management support.
• Provide outreach to clients who are having problems with treatment adherence.
• Assist in the development of the individual goals and behavioral health treatment plan.
• Coordinate with other agencies and community providers.
• Maintain timely documentation of work.
• Serve as an active member of the behavioral health treatment team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or a related field.

• Experience in a psychiatric or long‑term care setting preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to function independently and proactively in a long‑term care setting.
• Effective use of electronic medical records and Microsoft software (Teams, Excel, etc.).
• Skilled in written and verbal communication.
• Skilled in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment and discretion.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

• Must be able to sit or remain in a stationary position for extended periods while communicating, utilizing the computer, and interacting with others.
• May need to stand, bend, stoop, kneel or crouch to access files or equipment.
• Requires continuous operation of computers, phones and other office equipment.

• Noise level is usually low to moderate.
• Requires desk work in an office environment.
• Must be able to interact effectively with others, manage conflict, and handle stressful situations and deadlines.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet deadlines.
• Must possess a respectful and professional demeanor at all times.