Behavioral Health Case Manager

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes - making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Acentra seeks a Case Manager of Behavioral Health to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

The Case Manager of Behavioral Health will evaluate beneficiaries' needs, develop individualized care plans, and coordinates healthcare team members to ensure optimal client outcomes while adhering to payer requirements. They also facilitate integrated case and disease management activities based on CMSA principles, aiming to stabilize beneficiaries' health and avoid long-term care placement.

*Position is remote within the State of Oregon.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate options and services to affect an appropriate, individualized plan with the beneficiary across the continuum of care.
• Utilize clinical knowledge and competence, communication skills, problem-solving, and conflict resolution to ensure optimal beneficiary outcomes with consideration to client requirements effectively.
• Develop beneficiary-centered care plans.
• Demonstrate shared accountability between beneficiaries, caregivers, and providers.
• Work collaboratively with the beneficiary, provider, and other Funds Health Care team members to coordinate care.
• Address identified gaps in care or compliance.
• Maintain strict standards for client confidentiality and client-related information.
• Comply with all organizational, state, and federal regulations and policies on confidentiality.
• Manage caseload to ensure all required documentation and entry of assessment results into the web-based database are completed accurately and timely, following regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain open communication with all appropriate parties.
• Pursue ongoing education, certification, and self-development to remain current with case management standards.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted license or certification to practice a health or human services discipline in the State of Oregon that allows the health professional to independently conduct an assessment as permitted within the scope of practice of the discipline (Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) licensure such as Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) OR be a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP))
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Human Services, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in Medicaidfunded case management, care coordination, or community health programs
• Experience working with highneed populations (I/DD, aging adults, SMI, justiceinvolved individuals, rural communities, chronic disease, etc.)
• Demonstrate the ability to build strong partnerships with CMHPs, CDDPs, healthcare providers, and community organizations
• Experience or skills in providing technical assistance, including provider education and bestpractice implementation support

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Medicaid policy, including OHA standards and regulatory compliance
• PersonCentered Planning principles
• HCBS and LTSS knowledge, including eligibility pathways and case management best practices
• Experience with behavioral health and disability services (I/DD, SMI, cooccurring conditions)
• Equity and traumainformed care practices
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with CMHPs, housing supports, and community providers
• Datainformed decisionmaking using service utilization and outcomes data
• Regulatory compliance with CMS HCBS rules, OHA policies, and Medicaid processes

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

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EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Experience in Lieu of Degree

For non-clinical roles, or when not required by the contract specifically, the Company acknowledges that practical, hands-on experience can provide skills and competencies equivalent to formal education. As such, in cases where a Bachelor's degree may be required, the Company will accept a minimum of six (6) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree. In instances where the candidate has an Associate's degree, the Company will accept a minimum of three (3) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Compensation

The pay for this position is listed below.

"Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant's position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level."

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Pay Range

USD $67,300.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.