Senior Medical Consulant II - Behavioral Health Clinician

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Health Consulting (GHC) team at Marsh . This can be based anywhere near a Marsh office and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. Remote working requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis. As a Senior Medical Consultant II - Behavioral Health Clinician, you willplay a vital role as a core team member providing expert insights on complex projects for clients, which are primarily state Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) agencies and related state agencies responsible for Medicaid and CHIP fee-for-service and managed care programs. This is a great opportunity to join a global company known for its dynamic culture, excellent benefits, and commitment to professional growth where you can experience meaningful work alongside supportive leaders dedicated to your success! Senior Medical Consultant II - Behavioral Health Clinician We will count on you to: Provide project leadership, thought leadership, project team leadership, and targeted business development Lead and contribute to client deliverables, presentations, and project documentation with increasing ownership over time Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand how regulatory requirements translate into changes to programs, services, and quality reporting Participate on multiple project teams as a subject matter specialist in behavioral health (mental health and substance use disorders) programs and operations, including those administered through managed care, fee-for-service, federal block grants, and state appropriations. Projects are diverse and include strategic planning; program design; procurement; performance-based contracting; readiness and post-implementation reviews; managed care reporting, monitoring, and performance management; briefing documents; focused studies; and clinical support for rate development work Coordinate and manage project teams, ensuring the team is within budget, on time, and producing work consistent with the scope of work; and ensuring communication with the client, project team, and client manager Coordinate with client managers and other leaders to develop new business, including helping to define the proposal strategy, drafting technical proposals, and identifying opportunities for expanded work with existing clients Work with Division and Sector leadership to identify and secure staffing resources, ensuring work is leveraged to the right skill and career level, and providing team members with opportunities to develop their skills and expertise Stay current on market trends and the regulatory environment; consider the implication of new trends or changes in policies or regulations on clients' programs; and bring a forward-looking/strategic perspective to counsel the internal client team and clients Become a trusted contributor on project teams by delivering accurate, timely, and insightful analysis Engage and collaborate with stakeholders, including Medicaid leadership, managed care entities, providers, and beneficiaries, to gather feedback and inform program recommendations Manage the quality and timeliness of client deliverables, communicating regularly and effectively with project teams Develop intellectual capital; lead or participate in the development of tools or processes that can be leveraged for multiple clients Be responsible for motivating and encouraging team members. Manage project team dynamics and nurture collaboration amongst team members, including subcontractors/vendors Provide real-time feedback to team members to support their growth and to maintain quality performance What you need to have: A master's, professional, or doctoral degree in a behavioral health discipline, sufficient to qualify for an independent and unrestricted clinical license (e.g., licensed clinical social worker, licensed psychiatrist, licensed psychologist) 5+ years of relevant experience Knowledge of Medicaid policies, regulations, and program operations Demonstrated experience in Medicaid, Medicaid managed care, or a combination of behavioral health experience including Medicaid and other publicly-funded behavioral health programs Strong critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to manage, motivate, and mentor early career staff Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as presenting information to clients/groups Ability to prioritize, handle, and pivot among multiple tasks in a demanding work environment with a proven track record in supporting or leading large, complex projects Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple project deadlines What makes you stand out? Behavioral health Medicaid or managed care experience at a managerial level (or extensive state administration experience as a behavioral health director, bureau chief, or senior director) Experience with network transformation initiatives grounded in person-centered and recovery/resilience principles Project management and/or project leadership credentials Experience working with Medicaid actuaries Why join our team: We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders. We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities. Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being. Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io. The applicable base salary range for this role is $132,500 to $265,000. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. Applications will be accepted until: November 13, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Voices for Voices