Intensive Care Manager – Behavioral Health

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc.

. Manage a designated client caseload .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeBridgeport • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in behavioral health, with a strong focus on client-centered care coordination and service delivery improvements. Proficient in managing client caseloads, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with health regulations and policies.

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Master's Degree In Related FieldLCSW, LPC Or LMFT Licensure3 Years Behavioral Health Clinical ExperienceCommunity-Based Services DeliveryKnowledge Of HIPAA Compliance

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Hard Skills

Clinical TreatmentCase ManagementService Delivery SystemsBehavioral Health Best PracticesRecovery Plan ReviewsService AuthorizationsCare CoordinationDiagnostic ScreeningsTreatment PlanningOutcome Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMultitasking AbilityCreative Problem SolvingCultural SensitivityEthical Behavior

Certifications & Qualifications

LCSWLPCLMFT

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthClient RightsPublic Sector SystemsService ImprovementsStakeholder CoordinationConfidentiality ComplianceClient Needs AssessmentTransportation ReliabilityState Health RequirementsVaccine Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a designated client caseload
Travel statewide to assess and evaluate nursing-home residents eligible for transitions back to the community
Complete MFP/DSS paperwork
Provide clinical expertise to team members
Conduct recovery plan reviews, service authorizations, and care coordination for assigned clients
Maintain current knowledge of behavioral health benefits, coverage limitations, exclusions, policies, and procedures
Supervise collection and analysis of service delivery and outcome information
Provide accurate information about waiver benefits and coverage to clients, providers, and stakeholders
Customize services with clients and providers to meet client needs within program scope
Develop and implement systematic service improvements
Maintain daily logs and prepare weekly trend reports
Coordinate information and presentations for providers, government agencies, community groups, and other stakeholders
Link clients and families with primary care, behavioral health, social service, and provider agencies
Collaborate on diagnostic screenings, referrals, assessments, treatment planning, and aftercare planning
Support clients transitioning into or out of the community
Monitor treatment and service plan effectiveness and recommend modifications
Attend case conferences, interagency meetings, and provider treatment planning meetings
Receive regular supervision from the Lead Intensive Care Manager
Provide clinical expertise to WISE program staff
Participate in professional development and required training
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and comply with HIPAA policies
Demonstrate ethical behavior and cultural sensitivity
Perform other duties supporting business operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have a Master's Degree in a related field (social work, psychology, etc.)
LCSW, LPC or LMFT licensure, or licensed eligibility
Minimum 3 years of behavioral health clinical experience
Experience delivering community-based services
Compliance with current State of Connecticut and federal health and vaccine requirements
General knowledge of behavioral health best practices, especially with special needs or priority populations and public sector systems
Advanced-level knowledge of service delivery systems, provider networks, client services policies, client rights and responsibilities, and organizational operating practices
Excellent clinical skills and sophisticated understanding of clients' overall needs from a strengths-based perspective
Demonstrated knowledge of clinical treatment and case management
Ability to propose and implement creative solutions to client problems
Excellent clinical, written and oral communication skills
Ability to multitask and meet assigned deadlines
Must have reliable transportation
Must travel in southwestern Connecticut at least 4 days per week
No relocation available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Company assistance with clinical hours and license requirements for the right person
Professional development activities
Job-specific training
Annual Conflict of Interest training