Role Description
Through a Collaborative Care Model partnership with oncology clinics, the Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM) is responsible for providing evidence-based treatment (e.g., cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy among others) to patients with cancer. The BHCM is responsible for treatment delivery via telehealth (video and phone), documentation and communication with oncology teams, consultation with the Protocol consulting psychiatrist, maintenance of the patient registry, and ongoing assessment of patient progress.
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Conduct structured assessments of mental and behavioral health and functioning of oncology patients referred by partner cancer centers and clinics.
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Develop treatment plans based on assessment results using Protocol’s evidence-based modular treatment approach.
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Implement treatment modules and conduct ongoing progress assessment to guide next steps in care and make changes as indicated by patient progress.
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Maintain a patient registry aligned with requirements of the Collaborative Care Model.
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Participate in weekly consultation meetings with Protocol’s consulting psychiatrist.
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Communicate and collaborate with oncology teams about patient progress and recommendations and attend care coordination meetings as needed.
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Maintain a patient caseload targeting 65% patient-facing time.
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Participate in initial and ongoing training required by Protocol.
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Utilize between-session messaging as indicated to support patients.
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Engage in ongoing supervision and department meetings.
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(If licensed) maintain licensure in home state and obtain licensure in other states as requested by Protocol (licensure costs will be covered by Protocol).
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Active, unrestricted, and independent license to provide mental health treatment from at least one US state. Will consider pre-licensed candidates for Pacific and Mountain time zones.
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Ability to support a caseload of patients of different diagnoses, backgrounds and cultures, and with varying degrees of acuity.
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Ability to deliver care in a virtual setting.
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Experience with patients with oncology and/or chronic/serious medical conditions.
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Experience supporting patients with suicidal ideation and/or trauma.
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Plus if certified proficient for practice in Spanish or Mandarin.
Benefits
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Extensive training in evidence-based treatment modules for cancer patients and ongoing consultation and professional development opportunities aligned with psycho-oncology care.
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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A 401k to save for your future.
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Flexible paid time off to decompress and take care of personal needs.
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Malpractice insurance covered by Protocol.
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Coverage for continued education and license renewals required for patient care.
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Working days/hours will be discussed individually to meet patient needs for Protocol’s partnerships with cancer centers.