Care Manager - Depression - Community Health Systems : Job Details

Community Healthcare Network is seeking for a Full-Time Care Manager/ Depression who will be an integral part of the Behavioral Health Integrated Care team. JOB FUNCTION:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Provide brief evidence-based therapeutic interventions for patients with depression. Provide crisis interventions, when needed for suicidal/homicidal ideations or intents, domestic violence, child abuse, etc. Provide psychoeducation for patient about their medical conditions, especially depression. Monitor patients' progress with depression treatment using the PHQ-9 screening tool. Conduct psychiatric consultations and regular follow-up discussions with the PCP. Provide monthly telephonic follow-up for all patients on the case load of about 75-100 patients. Implement and coordinate service plans for patients who are not eligible for Health Homes. When indicated, escort patients to various specialty medical and social service appointments. Utilize SBIRT to provide brief i...Care Manager, Manager, Behavioral Health, Healthcare, Patient