Behavioral Health Manager

Are you a compassionate leader with a passion for transforming behavioral health care? Join HPSM as a Behavioral Health Manager and make a lasting impact in our community! In this role, you’ll bridge the gap between physical and behavioral health services, lead innovative care management initiatives, and collaborate with a dedicated network of healthcare professionals. Your expertise will drive training programs, compliance initiatives, and quality improvements that directly benefit our members with complex needs.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of integrating behavioral health into managed care.

• Work alongside a mission-driven team committed to making a difference.

• Lead programs that shape the future of behavioral health services.

What You’ll Do:

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Leadership & Coordination: Serve as a subject matter expert on complex psychosocial issues, ensuring seamless transitions and coordination between behavioral health and medical care teams.

• Training & Development: Facilitate case conferences, design training programs, and enhance staff competency in managing behavioral health needs for complex cases.

• Program Improvement & Compliance: Spearhead performance improvement initiatives, oversee policy updates, and ensure compliance with NCQA and delegation oversight requirements.

• Cross-Department & External Collaboration: Partner with internal teams and community organizations to develop and implement innovative behavioral health programs.

• Team Management: Supervise staff by setting clear expectations, coaching, conducting performance evaluations, and driving continuous process improvements.

What You Bring:

Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Family Therapy, or a Doctorate in Psychology with active, unrestricted CA licensure required.

• Minimum 5 years of related experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Program development, implementation, and clinical case management experience preferred.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Familiarity with San Mateo County provider resources, Medicare/Medi-Cal guidelines, managed care processes, and regulatory requirements.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse populations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, EMR systems (EPIC), and internet research.

• Experience in pediatrics, autism treatment/BCBA, and Milliman Care or ASAM guidelines preferred.

• Bilingual proficiency is a plus!

Outstanding Benefits Package Includes:

• 100% HPSM-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees (dependents' premiums are 90% covered).

• Fully funded life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.

• Generous retirement plan with HPSM contributing an equivalent to 10% of your annual salary.

• Work-life balance with 12 holidays, 12 sick days, and vacation starting at 16 days per year.

• Tuition reimbursement to support your ongoing professional development.

• Wellness programs to promote your overall well-being.

Join Us & Make a Difference!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a healthier community!