Behavioral Health Care Manager - Spanish Speaking

About Protocol Behavioral Health Protocol provides cancer-specific behavioral health treatment to patients by partnering with oncology clinics and cancer centers. Oncology patients are at heightened risk of mental health disorders and suicide, and those conditions negatively impact patient outcomes, treatment adherence, and total cost of care. Our approach is designed to meet patients where they are—emotionally, logistically, and financially. We deliver high-quality mental health support for cancer patients using the collaborative care model, integrated directly into oncology treatment centers. About the role 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. What you will be doing Conduct structured assessments of mental and behavioral health and functioning of oncology patients referred by partner cancer centers and clinics. Develop treatment plans based on assessment results using Protocol’s evidence-based modular treatment approach. Implement treatment modules and conduct ongoing progress assessment to guide next steps in care and make changes as indicated by patient progress. Maintain a patient registry aligned with requirements of the Collaborative Care Model. Participate in weekly consultation meetings with Protocol’s consulting psychiatrist Communicate and collaborate with oncology teams about patient progress and recommendations and attend care coordination meetings as needed. Maintain a patient caseload targeting 65% patient-facing time. Participate in initial and ongoing training required by Protocol. Utilize between-session messaging as indicated to support patients. Engage in ongoing supervision and department meetings. (If licensed) maintain licensure in home state and obtain licensure in other states as requested by Protocol (licensure costs will be covered by Protocol). Perform other duties as assigned. What we are looking for 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. Ability to support a caseload of patients of different diagnoses, backgrounds and cultures, and with varying degrees of acuity. Ability to deliver care in a virtual setting. Experience with patients with oncology and/or chronic/serious medical conditions. Experience supporting patients with suicidal ideation and/or trauma. Spanish speaking and able to provide care in Spanish How we support you Extensive training in evidence-based treatment modules for cancer patients and ongoing consultation and professional development opportunities aligned with psycho-oncology care We make sure you get the care you need by providing medical, dental, and vision insurance A 401k to save for you future Flexible paid time off so that you have the time away from work to decompress and take care of what you need Malpractice insurance covered by us! We cover the cost for any continued education and license renewals that are required for you to take care of our patients Working days/hours will be discussed individually to meet patient needs for Protocol’s partnerships with cancer centers. This posting is part of our evergreen talent pipeline. We welcome resumes year-round because we frequently open new positions for this role as we grow. Even if we are not hiring at this exact moment, submitting your application now allows our recruiters to review your experience, keep you top-of-mind, and reach out quickly when the next opening becomes available. If you’re a strong match, we’ll contact you to discuss timing and next steps—otherwise we’ll keep your information on file and revisit it each time a new need arises.