SAC Health·San Bernardino County, California
The role involves providing intensive clinical coordination and behavioral health interventions for moderate to high-risk patients. Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, managing crisis interventions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient wellbeing.
SAC Health empowers our patients and their families to live vibrant and healthy lives through culturally responsive, exceptional care. Patient-centered, whole-person care. Our unique, full scope, team-based approach is what makes SAC Health the provider of choice for patients. Top-Tier Patient Satisfaction Scores | Largest Teaching Health Center FQHC | 11 Locations offering 44 Specialties | NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Level 3 Certified Multi-Site Approved for NHSC & NCLRP loan forgiveness programs - NHSC/Nurse Corps/Pediatric Specialty | HPSA Scores: Primary: 17 | Dental: 25 | Mental: 20
What We Are Looking For As a member of the Care Management Team, the ECM Care Manager, Behavioral Health (ECMCMBH) is responsible for the clinical coordination of moderate to high-risk patients, such as, but not limited to, homelessness, chronic medical, behavioral, substance use health conditions, social determinates of health issues, children and/or youth, and individuals with post-incarceration.
The ECMCMBH works collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team to improve the health and wellbeing of patients enrolled in the Care Management Team.
The ECMCMBH will provide brief behavioral therapeutic interventions and linkages to community resources and education on chronic medical and behavioral health conditions.
Utilizing evidence-based approaches, the ECMCMBH will promote ongoing engagement with patients and work collaboratively with practitioners across the healthcare spectrum to provide integrated care management services to moderate to high-risk patients.
The ECMCMBH will be responsible for crisis evaluation and intervention for patients within the Care Management Team.
Individuals with ACSW licensure may work within the scope of practice allowed and will be provided clinical supervision.
Education: A Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field of study is required. Licensure/Certification: Must have a valid CA Driver's License and Auto Insurance. ACSW is highly preferred. Current CPR/BLS certification (must be American Heart Association or Red Cross accredited program). As a requirement of this position, you must receive EPIC certification for the module you have been hired into.
A Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field is required, along with a valid driver's license and auto insurance. Preference is given to candidates with ACSW licensure and experience working with homeless or at-risk populations.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
