Behavioral Health Coordinator (Medical Assisting skills required) at Redwood Coast Medical Services, Inc

Gualala, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Assisting, Organization, Communication, Patient Support, Documentation, Coordination, Follow-up, Vital Signs, Scheduling, Behavioral Health, Community Health, Calmness, Kindness, Access to Care, Electronic Health Records, Local Resources

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description RCMS is looking for a Behavioral Health Coordinator who brings Medical Assisting skills, a community-centered mindset, and strong organization and communication skills to support our Psychiatric and Counseling services. This role is perfect for someone who cares deeply about people and is also comfortable managing paperwork, coordination, and follow-through. What This Role Is Really About You’ll be a key connector—between patients and providers, between Behavioral Health and the rest of the clinic, and between people and the resources that support their wellbeing. Greet, room, and support patients coming in for Behavioral Health and Psychiatric appointments Take and document vital signs Support Psychiatric and Behavioral Health providers with visit flow, scheduling, and follow-up Coordinate Behavioral Health referrals and help keep access to care moving Assist with medication refills and prior authorizations Follow up with patients who miss appointments and help reschedule when needed Work closely with clinic managers and front office teams to keep schedules running smoothly Manage a significant amount of documentation and paperwork, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality You Might Be a Great Fit If… You have Medical Assisting experience and are comfortable taking vitals You are highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and workflows You have excellent communication skills and can connect easily with patients, providers, and staff You care deeply about community health and Behavioral Health access You stay calm and focused in a busy clinic environment You believe small moments of kindness and clear communication make a big difference Nice to Have (But Not Required) Experience in Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, or Primary Care Familiarity with electronic health records Background in community health, social services, or an FQHC Knowledge of local community resources Why RCMS At RCMS, we serve a rural coastal community where relationships matter. This role offers the opportunity to support patients in meaningful ways, help providers deliver compassionate care, and be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team. If you’re looking for work that balances people, purpose, and organization—and want to feel good about what you do each day—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help support Behavioral Health care in our community.

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Coordinator will connect patients with providers and support the flow of visits in the clinic. Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking vital signs, coordinating referrals, and managing documentation.