Behavioral Health Coordinator
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
About Us: At The Good Shepherd, our mission is to Transform Healthcare Delivery, and our vision is "Empowering Wellbeing." We are dedicated to providing compassionate, coordinated, and culturally competent healthcare. If you share our commitment to enhancing patient outcomes and empowering individuals, we’d love to have you join our team.
Why Work With Us:
Collaborative Care Teams: Join a close-knit behavioral health and integrated care team focused on whole-person care. Your coordination makes access to mental health services possible.
Purpose-Driven Work: You’ll help patients navigate behavioral health services with dignity and clarity—bridging communication gaps and improving access to care.
Community Impact: Play a crucial role in ensuring underserved and rural patients receive timely mental health support and resources.
Growth-Minded Culture: We don’t just support development—we prioritize it. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and lead within our mission-driven organization.
Your Role: As a Behavioral Health Coordinator at The Good Shepherd, you are the connector between patients and mental health care. You'll ensure that every patient feels seen, supported, and scheduled. This role blends care coordination, patient engagement, and administrative excellence to support a smooth and compassionate care experience.
Patient Communication & Navigation
Answer behavioral health-related calls with warmth and professionalism
Educate patients on behavioral health services, programs, and care expectations
Track patient concerns using our EHR system and follow up appropriately
Help patients complete necessary consents, screenings, or assessments
Referral & Scheduling Coordination
Manage behavioral health referrals from internal and external sources
Schedule initial and follow-up appointments and verify insurance eligibility
Follow up with patients on no-shows or cancellations
Care Coordination & Documentation
Ensure continuity of care across internal and external providers
Maintain accurate records in EHR and support outreach to close care gap
Administrative & Team Support
Support provider schedules and team workflows
Monitor dashboards, task queues, and assist with team huddles and improvement efforts
What We’re Looking For:
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced healthcare setting
Comfortable using EHR systems and Microsoft Office
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a strong plus
Attributes
Compassionate, organized, and patient-focused
A self-starter who thrives in team-based environments
Detail-oriented with a high degree of integrity and follow-through
Perks & Benefits:
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a balanced work schedule that values your personal time.
Comprehensive Benefits: Access to health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Meaningful Impact: Contribute to a mission-driven organization that is dedicated to improving community health.