Associate Behavioral Health Care Manager
About Colla Health We help people with cancer improve their quality of life by providing behavioral healthcare to the 17 million cancer patients in the US as an extension of their medical treatment. One out of every three cancer patients has a diagnosed mental health condition but only 25% of them receive treatment for their mental health challenges, exacerbating quality of life, worsening health outcomes, and increasing their total cost of care to the system. We are on a mission to provide relevant, accessible behavioral health at the point of care that is embedded within a patient’s oncology practice. We are backed by a premier venture capital firm and are building a world-class team of clinicians, technologists, and healthcare operations builders passionate about helping cancer patients improve their quality of life. We have built a behavioral health services and technology company to support patients' mental health alongside their physical health treatment plans. Our first offering deploys virtual mental health services using Collaborative Care, an evidence-based behavioral health care model. We will scale this virtual care model using technology, and build the foundations to drive outcomes focused on value-based care. About the role Our Behavioral Health Care Managers are the consistent, trusted advocates at the very center of our care model. By providing targeted behavioral health support that integrates with the patient’s physical healthcare, they serve as the vital bridge that unifies the entire care team—from primary care provider to psychiatric consultant—around a single, compassionate plan. Specifically, the Associate BHCM is our entry-level behavioral health clinician role which delivers care to patients with cancer through the Collaborative Care Model. With guidance and support from senior-level teammates, they improve the health of patients and develop additional skills and clinical expertise. This is a fully remote opportunity supporting one or more of our partner practices, working Monday-Friday. Please note: This role is part of our evergreen hiring strategy, where we proactively identify and engage talent for ongoing and anticipated needs across our team. We are continuously building a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future opportunities. Applicants will be considered for both immediate and future openings that align with their experience. Candidates may be contacted as opportunities arise, and timelines for next steps may vary based on business needs. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting. Core Responsibilities Develop a trusted, effective working relationship with the partner oncology practice team Work within a partner oncology group to support patients, clinicians, and practice staff with the identification and intake of patients needing behavioral health support Support the mental health of patients with cancer on an assigned patient caseload Provide brief behavioral interventions tailored for the cancer setting 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 Systematically track treatment response and monitor patients 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
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required (or in progress with expected completion date) You are working toward, license-eligible, or currently holding one of the following or similar: (Licensure preferred but not required) Licensed Social Worker (MSW, LSW, LMSW) Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Demonstrate an eagerness to learn, grow professionally, and gain experience learning behavioral health therapeutic interventions Relevant internship or work experience in a healthcare setting, behavioral health setting, and / or oncology setting Dedicated to providing evidenced-based care and have a demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team setting Have a passion for delivering quality behavioral health care Compensation and Benefits $50,000 – $60,000 salary, depending on experience Medical, dental, vision 401(k) Flexible PTO Access to and mentorship from leading clinicians and experts in psycho-oncology and integrated behavioral health