Case Manager-Behav Health
Core
Case manager supporting outpatient behavioral health care by coordinating patient care, handling crises, and facilitating referrals.
Role type
Case Manager (Behavioral Health)
Builds
Patient care coordination and crisis intervention services
Domain
Healthcare / Behavioral Health
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Crisis intervention, Patient referrals, Care coordination, Medical/legal knowledge, Documentation, Prior authorization, Discharge planning, Resource linkage
Preferred skills
West Virginia Social Work licensure
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Facilitate patient referrals to providers, Handle crisis calls and work outcomes, Coordinate pre and post hospital needs, Document assessments and interventions, Assist in obtaining prior authorizations, Arrange patient admissions and discharge appointments, Provide patient and family education, Liaise with community agencies
Seniority
Entry-level (1 year experience required)