Behavioral Health Care Manager, BCBA

Role Overview

• The Behavioral Health Care Manager, SKI BCBA is responsible for all aspects of services to IEHP members with autism, developmental disabilities, and/or intellectual disabilities and children with severe behavioral needs.
• Responsible for reviewing requests for services, applying clinical criteria, applying clinical expertise to review treatment plans and authorizing services to ensure quality care coordination.
• Ensures effective call support, case management as needed, care coordination as needed, and referral support.
• Works collaboratively with members of their own team, IEHP members and families, community agencies, and with the designated health care organization (HCO) medical team.
• Expected to model IEHP principles of relationship-based care, as well engage in promoting education and understanding of behavioral health and its importance in whole health to those within IEHP and in the community.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience working in a setting offering services to individuals with autism, developmental or intellectual disabilities required
• Significant experience reviewing Behavioral Health Treatment Plans and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Experience in leading a team is preferred
• Experience in an HMO or experience working in a psychiatric facility or county hospital facility preferred
• Master’s degree in Social Work/Psychology or related field from an accredited institution with ABA specialization required
• Possession of an active, unrestricted, and unencumbered Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board required
• Deep knowledge and skills in Autism; Applied Behavioral Analysis, Special Education skills in engaging and serving families
• Familiarity with Managed Care and discharge planning is preferred
• Knowledgeable and skilled in evidenced-based communication such as Motivational Interviewing, or similar empathy-based communication strategies
• Understanding of and sensitivity to multi-cultural communities
• Deep understanding and knowledge of mental health
• Awareness of the impact of unmitigated bias and judgement on health; commitment to addressing both
• Must have knowledge of whole health and integrated principles, theories, and practices
• Knowledge of community resources and health plan benefits
• Bilingual written and verbal is highly preferred
• Skillful at telephonic information delivery and counseling support to Members, their caregivers, and their families
• Effective reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in the use of computer software to include but not limited to: (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel, Power Point) for use in all aspects of an office environment
• Excellent organizational skills while effectively multi-tasking on various projects
• Ability to undertake and write telephonic clinical mental health assessments which meet specified regulatory standards.
• Ability to interview, assess, and coordinate care
• Skilled in researching applicable resources for members

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid schedule
• State of the art fitness center on-site
• Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability options
• Career advancement opportunities and professional development
• Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare
• CalPERS retirement 457(b) option with a contribution match
• Paid life insurance for employees
• Pet care insurance