Behavioral Health Clinician Associate II

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Aberdeen Medical Center (UM AMC), Aberdeen, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

JOB SUMMARY: Behavioral Health Clinician Associate II’s act as an extension of the Behavioral Health Clinician and psychiatric provider(s). Regardless of acute psychiatric treatment setting, the BHC Associate II, working in collaboration with the behavioral health team, medical team, and community stakeholders, is responsible for assisting with tasks that are program specific but center around initiating/coordinating placement in appropriate level of care and/or aftercare planning for patients in order to ensure a smooth transition back into the community once symptoms are stabilized. Familiar with community resources and able to make referrals to community organizations/ programs based on identified treatment needs. Maintains ongoing professional relationships with community organizations for ease of referrals, etc. Assists with obtaining insurance authorizations for treatment as needed, obtaining collateral information related to patient care/assessment, and help with completing psychiatric scales/measurement-based tools.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Education & Training: Associates Degree required. Education may be substituted with two (2) years of previous work experience serving persons with chronic mental illness or working in an acute care setting. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services related field preferred.

Work Orientation & Experience: Minimum one (1) year previous experience working with acute mental illness and those impacted by trauma is required; two (2) years of experience serving persons with chronic mental illness is preferred. Must be familiar with community resources and referral processes.

Skills & Abilities: 1) Ability to effectively communicate with patients, family members, medical team members and community stakeholders in a fast-paced setting; 2) Engage with patients in a patient-centered, trauma-informed manner; and 3 ) Thorough understanding of HIPAA requirements and confidentiality as it relates to care provided.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $17.68-$24.76
• Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide

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