Behavioral Health Care Coordinator

Behavioral Health Solution's (BHS) team of mental health treatment professionals specializes in providing comprehensive behavioral health services for adults and geriatrics in a variety of settings. BHS encourages a collaborative culture with hands‑on leadership. As a leading provider of behavioral health services, we are seeking skilled professionals of the highest caliber who share our commitment to providing state‑of‑the‑art psychiatric services. As a Behavioral Health Care Coordinator, you are an integral part of our team responsible for coordinating and providing essential services to patients in the long‑term care and skilled nursing facilities that we support. Our mission is to deliver exceptional behavioral health services to those in need, and this position plays a crucial role in cultivating positive relationships with the facilities in your assigned region. You will be actively involved in ensuring seamless coordination of services between our organization, facility staff, providers, and patients. This job operates both in a skilled nursing facility and a typical office environment; noise levels vary from quiet to moderate, including ambient sounds common in a healthcare setting. Employees interact with and work near co‑workers, residents, and healthcare professionals on a frequent basis and must be able to remain stationary for long periods of time while providing care and attending to residents' needs. The position relies heavily on the ability to use and navigate electronic devices and software for patient care and documentation. Service Areas Kansas City (KS) Topeka Job Type Monday – Friday Travel to SNF Facilities in the Community Responsibilities Travel: Provide onsite support and services at all locations within your assigned region as required. Customer Service: Engage and collaborate with facility staff, including Executive Directors, Directors of Nursing, case managers, social workers, staff developers, admissions personnel, surveyors, and physicians. Service Coordination: Facilitate coordination of services such as Psychiatry, Therapy, and Neuropsychology (where available) to meet patient needs. Referral Assistance: Assist facilities in processing referrals and identifying residents who could benefit from psychiatric and therapy services. Consent Management: Coordinate completion of consents and provide assistance when needed. Education: Educate facility staff on Behavioral Health Solutions processes, address questions, and resolve concerns. Meetings and Collaboration: Attend behavior management meetings with facility staff and coordinate MD attendance for facility meetings such as GDR and QAPI. Compliance: Ensure compliance with PASRR II requirements by working closely with BHS and the facility. In‑Service Coordination: Schedule in‑services and educational sessions for facility staff. Telehealth Support: Facilitate Telehealth visits with clinicians as needed. Facility Onboarding: Collaborate with the Business Development team to support the facility onboarding process. Other Duties: Perform additional tasks and assignments as specified by your supervisor. Competency Survey Process Knowledge: Familiarity with the survey process in skilled nursing facilities. Behavioral Health Expertise: Knowledge of behavioral/medical terminology, therapy, pharmacology, and related procedures. Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, data‑driven mindset, and proficiency in utilizing technology. Adaptability: Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced environment with evolving opportunities. Problem‑Solving: Effective critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to address challenges in patient care coordination. Relationship Building: Strong ability to build and maintain positive relationships with facilities, providers, and the supervisory team. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with various stakeholders. Current COVID‑19 Vaccination: Adherence to safety protocols requiring vaccination against COVID‑19. Requirements Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. Some college education is preferred, with a focus on behavioral health or psychology. Experience: 3–5 years working in skilled nursing facilities as a Licensed Social Worker, Support Staff, or Clinical Care Coordinator. Proficient in the use of a PC in a Windows environment, the Internet, and MS Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. Proficiency in EHR software systems (Athena) is also preferred. Working Conditions Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 50% of the time during focus or administrative tasks. Walk and move frequently inside the office and throughout the skilled nursing facility to access files, office machinery, facility contacts, and patients. Benefits Mileage reimbursement Competitive earnings Hands‑on and virtual training and supervision Work‑life balance PTO and paid holidays A comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, and more) 401(k) with 3% company match SNF, Healthcare Admin, Mental Healthcare, Administrative, Behavioral, Kansas #J-18808-Ljbffr Behavioral Health Solutions