Behavioral Health Care Manager Lead

At Talkspace we are committed to fostering a diverse equitable inclusive and belonging-centered workplace where everyone can thrive while making a difference in mental health. Want to help over two million people receive quality mental healthcare Come join our mission of getting therapy in the hands of everyone!

We are looking for a Behavioral Health Care Manager Lead to join our Collaborative Care team. This role would be responsible for providing clinical leadership supervision and operational oversight for a team of Behavioral Health Care Managers while balancing direct patient care quality assurance and cross-functional collaboration. We are looking for someone who has experience in Collaborative Care delivery clinical team leadership and evidence-based behavioral health interventions and wants to bring their talents into a for purpose space. To work at Talkspace you need to be as passionate as we are about our work and excited to partner with us on delivering quality mental healthcare.

This is a remote position and will be based on eastern time. Talkspace HQ is located in NYC.

What Youll Do

• Team Leadership & Supervision
• Provide clinical supervision coaching and mentorship to Behavioral Care Managers.
• Support onboarding and training of new Behavioral Health Care Managers
• Provide training and ongoing supervision of BHCMs.
• Monitor team performance against key CoCM metrics.
• Ensure team adherence to CoCM clinical workflows documentation standards and best practices.
• Partner with program leadership on quality improvement initiatives and workflow optimization.
• Identify trends risks and opportunities for improvement across the patient population.
• Patient Care Coordination
• Maintain a patient caseload as needed to support team coverage and model fidelity.
• Support the mental and physical health of patients on an assigned caseload coordinating closely with the patients medical provider and when appropriate other mental health professionals.
• Participate in regularly scheduled caseload consultation with the Psychiatric Consultant and communicate resulting treatment recommendations to the patients medical provider.
• Patient Assessment Education & Treatment Monitoring
• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders. Facilitate patient engagement and follow-up care.
• Provide patient education about common mental health and substance abuse disorders and the available treatment options.
• Deliver brief behavioral interventions using evidence-based techniques such as behavioral activation problem-solving treatment motivational interviewing or other treatments as appropriate.
• Track treatment response and monitor patients (in person or by telephone) for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications.
• Support psychotropic medication management as prescribed by medical providers focusing on treatment adherence monitoring side effects and effectiveness of treatment.
• Documentation & Outcomes Tracking
• Track patient follow up and clinical outcomes.
• Document patient progress and treatment recommendations in EHR and other required systems so as to be shared with medical providers Psychiatric Consultant and other treating providers.
• Treatment Adjustment & Transitions of Care
• Adjust treatment plans for patients who are not improving as expected in consultation with the medical provider and Psychiatric Consultant including referral to more intensive or specialized care when needed.
• Facilitate referrals to evidence-based psychosocial treatments and other clinically indicated services outside the organization.
• Develop and complete relapse prevention self-management plan with patients who have achieved their treatment goals and are soon to be discharged from the caseload.

About You

• Masters degree in social work or other behavioral health related degree
• Specialized training to provide brief psychosocial interventions motivational interviewing and problem-solving treatment required.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in behavioral health integrated care or care management
• At least 1-2 years of clinical supervision or team leadership experience
• Licensures and educational requirements include but are not limited to:
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor/Professional Counselor
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
• Licensed Social Worker
• Licensed Psychologist
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team setting.
• Working knowledge of evidence-based psychosocial treatments and brief behavioral interventions for common mental health disorders when appropriate (e.g. motivational interviewing problem-solving treatment behavioral activation).
• Experience running a clinical team.
• Experience scaling CoCM programs across multiple practices preferred.
• Experience in virtual delivery care models.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision plans coverage since day one
• Pre-tax benefits: HSA/ FSA
• 401k Retirement Savings Program with matching up to 4%
• Voluntary benefits including disability basic life or pet insurance etc.
• Monthly Wellness Stipend to promote mental and physical self-care
• Flexible PTO and Remote First Environment
• Regular team events including Wellness Workshops and Team Building Events
• Free access to Talkspace products for you and one household member as well as access to a friends and family discount!

Compensation

At Talkspace we believe that pay transparency during the interview process is a critical part of diversity equity and inclusion. Our salary bands are based on internal and external compensation benchmarks which we regularly evaluate to ensure we pay competitively.

The base salary for this role is$90000/yr.

Why Talkspace

Talkspace is the worlds leading online therapy company serving over 2 million users looking to begin their wellness journey through tele-health. According to the World Health Organization close to 1 billion people worldwide live with a mental disorder and on average more than 75% with mental neurological and substance use disorders receive no treatment for their condition at all. Additionally one-third of the worlds population 2 billion people live in countries that spend less than 1% of their health budgets on mental health. Therapy is an universal need and its our mission here to change the world by cultivating an intentional space for people to feel supported through quality care that is simple and accessible.

Combining our passion for innovation along with our desire to help others overcome the stigma behind getting help we are transforming the way patients find the right care provider making an otherwise impossible feat easily conquerable. Our network of licensed accredited and board-certified clinicians are increasing access to mental health for our members through a myriad of high quality therapy services: anytime and for a fraction of the price. Dedicated to our mission we are looking for candidates that want to bring their talents into a diverse for purpose space. If youre equally as passionate about making quality mental healthcare accessible to all then Talkspace is the right place for you!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Talkspace welcomes and celebrates talent from all backgrounds perspectives and walks of life to foster an innovative and diverse workforce. We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every qualification or if your path has been nontraditional such as not completing a formal degree program taking a career break or having a prior criminal record if you believe you could make a great addition to this team. Come as you are and learn about the exciting opportunities on our team.

Individuals seeking employment at Talkspace are considered without regard to race color religious creed sex national origin citizenship status age physical or mental disability sexual orientation marital parental veteran or military status unfavorable military discharge or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

How do we define Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging at Talkspace

Diversity

Diversity encompasses the unique attributes of our employees as individuals. We value and embrace the richness arising from their varied backgrounds perspectives and experiences which include but are not limited to age ability ethnicity gender race and cultural background.

Equity

Equity refers to a fair and impartial workplace aiming to ensure equal growth and advancement opportunities for all employees. This involves amplifying underrepresented voices addressing unconscious biases and providing inclusive culturally competent mental health care.

Inclusion

Inclusion signifies the practice of granting equal access to opportunities and resources for all employees particularly those who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized. It ensures that everyone feels a sense of belonging value support and respect as an individual.

Belonging

Belonging reflects the affinity and positive relationships that develop among employees from diverse backgrounds when businesses actively promote diversity equity and inclusion in the workplace.