Behavioral Health Care Manager

Location: Tulsa, OK • Facility: Ascension St. John Medical Center • Department: Total Quality Management

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Schedule

Full-time | Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Responsibilities

• Assess and Evaluate Patients: Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments for hospital patients to identify mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and immediate care needs.
• Develop Therapy Plans: Formulate personalized, evidence-based treatment and therapy plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary medical team.
• Provide Crisis Intervention: Deliver immediate crisis intervention and stabilization for patients experiencing acute distress, including rigorous risk assessments for suicidal ideation.
• Deliver Health Coaching: Offer tailored, one-on-one behavioral health coaching to support patients in developing coping strategies and achieving long-term wellness goals.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.
• Counselor preferred.
• Social Worker preferred.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Additional Preferences: Personalized behavioral health coaching and crisis intervention experience a plus. Degree