Social Worker: Hybrid, NY/FL

Pharmko

place Lawrence, 11559

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Telehealth, Hybrid (Remote and Onsite), Flexible (Remote or Onsite)

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Counseling, Nursing, Social Work, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Supervision

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PTO

We’re seeking a Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM) to deliver Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) behavioral health services in nursing home settings. This hybrid role includes on-site patient engagement and remote follow-up, under the supervision of a psychiatric consultant and in partnership with primary care providers. Ideal candidates are certified MAs with behavioral health experience or licensed mental health professionals (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC) comfortable working with geriatric populations.

Key Responsibilities

Identify residents with behavioral health needs in collaboration with facility staff and providers
Administer validated screenings (PHQ-9, GAD-7) both in-person and remotely
Deliver brief behavioral interventions and track symptom progress over time
Conduct follow-up and monitor patient engagement and response to care
Participate in case reviews with psychiatric consultants and apply recommendations
Coordinate with families, facility teams, and providers to ensure care plan adherence
Document all interactions in the EHR and meet CMS CoCM billing requirements
Attend weekly team huddles and maintain consistent communication with supervisors

Requirements

MA/LPN/RN certification with geriatric or long term care experience or active mental health licenses such as LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or MSW
Experience with brief interventions, collaborative care, or geriatrics preferred
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with older adults
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
Familiar with PHQ-9/GAD-7, and EHR systems
Reliable transportation for on-site visits and a HIPAA-compliant remote work