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Behavioral Care Manager

Springfield, MO · On-site

Behavioral Care Manager Location: Springfield, Missouri Department: Adult Community Services Company: Burrell Behavioral Health Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: Join a compassionate ...

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As of Jul 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for behavioral care manager in the United States is $74,931.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Behavioral Care Manager?

A Behavioral Care Manager is a healthcare professional who helps patients manage mental health and behavioral conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. They work with patients, families, and a team of providers to develop and coordinate care plans, monitor progress, and connect individuals to appropriate resources and support. Behavioral Care Managers often provide education, counseling, and follow-up to ensure patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their needs. They may work in clinics, hospitals, or community health settings and collaborate closely with primary care and mental health specialists.

How does a Behavioral Care Manager typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals to support patient outcomes?

Behavioral Care Managers work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including primary care physicians, psychiatrists, social workers, and nurses, to coordinate comprehensive care for patients. They often act as a liaison, facilitating communication between providers to ensure that behavioral health needs are integrated into overall treatment plans. Regular case conferences, care plan updates, and shared documentation are common practices that help ensure all team members are informed about patient progress. This collaborative approach not only improves patient outcomes but also provides Behavioral Care Managers with valuable opportunities to learn from colleagues in different specialties.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Behavioral Care Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Behavioral Care Manager, you need a background in behavioral health, case management, and a relevant degree such as social work, psychology, or nursing, often with licensure (e.g., LCSW, LPC, RN). Familiarity with electronic health records, care coordination platforms, and mental health assessment tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and cultural sensitivity are vital soft skills for engaging clients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure effective support for clients’ mental health needs, improved care outcomes, and seamless coordination across services.
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Behavioral Care Manager

Behavioral Care Manager

Brightli

Springfield, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Brightli rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title:Behavioral Care Manager

Location:Springfield, Missouri

Department:Adult Community Services

Company:Burrell Behavioral Health

Employment Type:Full-time

Job Summary:Join a compassionate, collaborative team making a measurable difference for individuals and families in our community - five reasons to apply: meaningful work supporting behavioral health recovery; hands-on coordination across clinical teams; opportunities to develop strong clinical-administrative skills; a supportive workplace culture focused on wellbeing; and the chance to directly impact client safety and outcomes. Weseeka detail-oriented, empathetic communicator who is organized, reliable, and committed to client-centered care.

The Behavioral Care Manager coordinates daily department operations, supports clinical teams,monitorsclient activity and risk, and ensurestimely,accurateadministrative and documentation tasks. This role involves scheduling,outreach, verifying benefits, liaising with internal departments, andassistingwith assessments and sessions as timepermits, while adhering to ethical and regulatory standards.

Thispositionoffers...
EmployeeAssistanceProgram-24/7counselingservices,legalassistance,&financialconsultationforyouandyourhouseholdatnocost
MileageReimbursement-Companypaidforworkfunctionsrequiringtravel
EmployeeDiscounts-Hotels,ThemeParks&Attractions,CollegeTuition
WorkplaceCulture-Anenvironmentcultivatingemployeewellbeing,valuingeachindividual'shumanity,andactivelypromotingahealthy,joyfulworkforce
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KeyResponsibilities:
Coordinatedailydepartmentaloperationsandsupportacollaborativeclinicalteamenvironment
Monitorclientactivitiesandidentifyclientsatriskviathesuicidecarepathwayandothercrisisindicators;prioritizeandrouteinformationtostaff
Answerincomingcalls,placenon-billablecalls,anddocumentcalldetailsintheclinicalrecord
Scheduleandcancelclientappointmentsaccurately,includingcorrectdispositionentries
Prepareandresearchformsandevidence-basedmodulestosupportprovisionofbillableservices
Verifyclientinformationandinsurancestatus;communicateconcernstosupervisoryandsupportiveservicesstaff
ServeasliaisonwithHIM,SupportServices,ROI,QI,andMedicaidpersonneltomaintainregulatorycomplianceforclientcharts
Completenon-billableregulatorytasksincollaborationwithsupervisorsandassistwithassessments/sessionsasworkloadallows
Enternon-billabledocumentationintotheelectronicrecordandperformoutreachdocumentationforclientcontactattempts
PerformverificationsofbenefitsandmonitorMedicaidstatustosupportongoingcoverageforoutpatienttreatmentwhenneeded
Assistwithintra-officeandexternalreferralsandtakenotesatdailyteammeetings,triagingstaffbasedonriskratingandlevelofcare
Performrequiredtasksrelatedtoregulatorychartclosureandotherdutiesasassignedbyleadership

Education,Experience,and/orCredentialQualifications:
HighschooldiplomaorGEDrequired
Experienceinofficemanagementpreferred
Strongdocumentationskillsandabilitytofollowdirectionsandacceptsupervision

AdditionalQualifications:
Abilitytoestablisheffectiverelationshipsviatelephoneandpersonalcontacts
Abilitytocomplywithorganizational,state,andfederalcompliancestandards
Successfulcompletionofbackgroundchecks(criminalrecord,drivingrecord,abuse/neglect,fingerprinting)required
CompletionofNewHireOrientationandrequiredtraining(includingRelias)athireandannuallythereafter
Currentdriver'slicense,acceptabledrivingrecord,andcurrentautoinsurancerequired

PhysicalRequirements
Sedentarywork:exertingupto10poundsofforceoccasionallyand/oranegligibleamountofforcefrequently;primarilysittingwithoccasionalwalkingorstanding

Keywords: Behavioral Care Manager, care coordination, behavioral health, Medicaid verification, clinical documentation, outreach, scheduling, risk management, HIM liaison, Springfield MO

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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