Care Coordinator Jobs in Oklahoma
Care Coordinator jobs in Oklahoma concentrate in managed care, behavioral health, and hospital case management, with steady demand across entry-level navigation roles and senior population health positions. Oklahoma City and Tulsa anchor most of the hiring, with growing activity in Norman, and large employers such as OU Health, Saint Francis Health System, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma maintain consistent care coordinator openings. The most in-demand specialties are behavioral health coordination, Medicaid managed care, and chronic disease management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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A Lighthouse is needed to help guide the way; to emit a light that helps navigate turbulent times and warn against the possible dangers ahead. Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers is just such a place, guided by its core values of hope, dedication and community.
As a Care Coordinator you will empower, uplift and help others heal from the many forms of mental illness, trauma or addiction. Those who have recently experienced crisis and/or hospitalization, may need additional guidance as they maneuver multiple systems, engagement with new treatment team members and adjust to changes outside of the clinical setting.
To meet the increasing needs of our communities it is imperative that all team members understand and successfully reach and maintain the expected performance standard levels. In order to achieve total and sustainable success each person must to do their part. Lighthouse will do its part in providing any and all necessary tools and training required to help team members be successful.
DEFINITION:
Under immediate to general supervision, provides targeted support services, including case management, rehabilitation and wellness services, a system of care that is child centered with the needs of the child and family dictating the types and mix of services provided and to assist in seamless engagement into outpatient services and aftercare to prevent further out-of-home or out-of-school placement. To be effective, the Care Coordinator may work with the identified consumer and family in their homes, schools and communities, incorporating the family and other social supports in treatment and be focused on the strengths as well as the consumers preferences and culture. This position is supervised by the respective Director of Outpatient Services.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- A Bachelor or Master Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice or similar behavioral health field approved by ODMHSAS; or
- A current license as a registered nurse in Oklahoma with behavioral health experience; or
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any field with 6 months of behavioral health experience; or
- 60 college credit hours in any field and 12 months of behavioral health experience; or
- A high school diploma or equivalent and a total of 36 months of direct, documented experience working with persons who live with mental illness and/or substance use issues.
- Applicants must be able to provide documented proof from previous employers to justify behavioral health experience.
- One year of work experience with juveniles in the mental health or social service field preferred.
- Behavioral Health Case Management Certification and Behavioral Health Wellness Coach Certification is required within the first three months of employment and must be kept current annually.
- Current certification as a Behavioral Health Case Manager Il as described in ODMHSAS Standards ad Criteria for Certified Behavioral Health Case Managers 450:50-3-1; and
- Current certification as a Behavioral Health Wellness Coach as described in ODMHSAS Standards ad Criteria for Certified Behavioral Health Case Managers 450:50-5-145.
- An expectation of core competencies in relation to children and families, as well as individuals with co-occurring disorders, trauma informed care and collaborative care.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of social work and/or psychology; and of current social and economic problems, principles of family economics and budgeting, human relations, community, state and national health and welfare resources, social assistance requirements, and psychological terminology.
- Knowledge of transitional and/or aftercare needed after a crisis or hospitalization and the unique situations that may arise as consumers attempt to engage in outpatient services.
- Ability to evaluate situations and adopt an effective course of action, to delegate responsibilities, organize and present facts effectively.
- Knowledge of the elements of personal wellness and how to collaborate with others to identify their personal strengths and goals within the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.
- Able to establish working relationships within an integrated team to coordinate and facilitate care by assessing consumer needs, evaluating treatment options, creating care plans, coordinating care with internal and external providers, and monitoring progress.
- Ability to work effectively and courteously with children and families from various cultures and backgrounds, and to exercise good clinical judgment.
- Specialized training and/or certification in mental health services or related field as may be required in order to provide adjunctive services, ie. Systems of Care, Wraparound training
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is responsible and held accountable for the following duties:
- Provide varying types of individualized case management, rehabilitative and wellness services in various settings to individuals, families and groups to promote emotional or psychological change to alleviate mental disorders and facilitate recovery and encourages engagement in the treatment setting.
- Schedule, coordinate and facilitate wraparound family team meetings and ensure that formal and informal supports are included and part of the team.
- Complete Strengths Needs Cultural Diversity (SNCD) Assessments, Care Plans, Functional Assessments, Crisis Plans and Safety Plans.
- Completes OKSOC Assessments and other specified documentation as assigned.
- Enters data into the YIS system according to ODMHSAS requirements and timelines.
- Provide crisis management and stabilization as assigned.
- Monitors and evaluates the needs and abilities of the consumer and assists them to function more adequately through use of their own strengths and through use of community resources. Will recognize that the individual client and family has different barriers to social, economic and educational opportunities and has varied levels of need to overcome those barriers.
- Assists clients to adjust and adapt themselves to their environment, care and treatment.
- Identifies barriers to treatment and assists consumer in problem solving and engaging in outpatient care to prevent regression and re-hospitalization.
- Completes all agency documentation of services in a thorough, accurate and timely manner.
- Serves as a role model for wellness behaviors.
- Applies the principles and processes of coaching when collaborating with others.
- Provide referrals to community resources for housing, employment, medical, nutrition education, weight management, Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline, and other community or wellness-related services and resources.
- Develop cooperative working relationships within the local community to enhance consumer access to resources that support the individualized Care Plan goals.
- Employee must be willing and able to perform all job related travel normally associated with this position.
- Must meet agency standards of productivity and fiscal responsibility.
- Prepares for and actively participates in huddles, Care Planning and staff meetings.
- Must meet "satisfactory" expectations at any scheduled job performance evaluation, coaching and/or Performance Improvement Plans.
- Assessment and appraisal of quality of work will be evaluated through training, skill, chart review or special purpose.
- Must complete Lighthouse required training and resulting follow up and consultation as required at hire, annually and as directed by Supervisor.
- Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management as requested.
- Must perform the specific job duties as listed above to meet position expectations.
In addition, must possess skill in working cooperatively and effectively with clients, staff, management and other professional and community groups; in exercising mature judgment in dealing with people; in presenting ideas clearly and accurately; in reading and comprehending the English language; and in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Benefits:
Benefits include: 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, life, and vision insurance; generous paid leave including PTO, sick, and agency holidays, employer matching 401K plan, and paid continuing education.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Job Type:
- Full-time
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
A Lighthouse is needed to help guide the way; to emit a light that helps navigate turbulent times and warn against the possible dangers ahead. Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers is just such a place, guided by its core values of hope, dedication and community.
As a Care Coordinator you will empower, uplift and help others heal from the many forms of mental illness, trauma or addiction. Those who have recently experienced crisis and/or hospitalization, may need additional guidance as they maneuver multiple systems, engagement with new treatment team members and adjust to changes outside of the clinical setting.
To meet the increasing needs of our communities it is imperative that all team members understand and successfully reach and maintain the expected performance standard levels. In order to achieve total and sustainable success each person must to do their part. Lighthouse will do its part in providing any and all necessary tools and training required to help team members be successful.
DEFINITION:
Under immediate to general supervision, provides targeted support services, including case management, rehabilitation and wellness services, a system of care that is child centered with the needs of the child and family dictating the types and mix of services provided and to assist in seamless engagement into outpatient services and aftercare to prevent further out-of-home or out-of-school placement. To be effective, the Care Coordinator may work with the identified consumer and family in their homes, schools and communities, incorporating the family and other social supports in treatment and be focused on the strengths as well as the consumers preferences and culture. This position is supervised by the respective Director of Outpatient Services.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- A Bachelor or Master Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice or similar behavioral health field approved by ODMHSAS; or
- A current license as a registered nurse in Oklahoma with behavioral health experience; or
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any field with 6 months of behavioral health experience; or
- 60 college credit hours in any field and 12 months of behavioral health experience; or
- A high school diploma or equivalent and a total of 36 months of direct, documented experience working with persons who live with mental illness and/or substance use issues.
- Applicants must be able to provide documented proof from previous employers to justify behavioral health experience.
- One year of work experience with juveniles in the mental health or social service field preferred.
- Behavioral Health Case Management Certification and Behavioral Health Wellness Coach Certification is required within the first three months of employment and must be kept current annually.
- Current certification as a Behavioral Health Case Manager Il as described in ODMHSAS Standards ad Criteria for Certified Behavioral Health Case Managers 450:50-3-1; and
- Current certification as a Behavioral Health Wellness Coach as described in ODMHSAS Standards ad Criteria for Certified Behavioral Health Case Managers 450:50-5-145.
- An expectation of core competencies in relation to children and families, as well as individuals with co-occurring disorders, trauma informed care and collaborative care.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of social work and/or psychology; and of current social and economic problems, principles of family economics and budgeting, human relations, community, state and national health and welfare resources, social assistance requirements, and psychological terminology.
- Knowledge of transitional and/or aftercare needed after a crisis or hospitalization and the unique situations that may arise as consumers attempt to engage in outpatient services.
- Ability to evaluate situations and adopt an effective course of action, to delegate responsibilities, organize and present facts effectively.
- Knowledge of the elements of personal wellness and how to collaborate with others to identify their personal strengths and goals within the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.
- Able to establish working relationships within an integrated team to coordinate and facilitate care by assessing consumer needs, evaluating treatment options, creating care plans, coordinating care with internal and external providers, and monitoring progress.
- Ability to work effectively and courteously with children and families from various cultures and backgrounds, and to exercise good clinical judgment.
- Specialized training and/or certification in mental health services or related field as may be required in order to provide adjunctive services, ie. Systems of Care, Wraparound training
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is responsible and held accountable for the following duties:
- Provide varying types of individualized case management, rehabilitative and wellness services in various settings to individuals, families and groups to promote emotional or psychological change to alleviate mental disorders and facilitate recovery and encourages engagement in the treatment setting.
- Schedule, coordinate and facilitate wraparound family team meetings and ensure that formal and informal supports are included and part of the team.
- Complete Strengths Needs Cultural Diversity (SNCD) Assessments, Care Plans, Functional Assessments, Crisis Plans and Safety Plans.
- Completes OKSOC Assessments and other specified documentation as assigned.
- Enters data into the YIS system according to ODMHSAS requirements and timelines.
- Provide crisis management and stabilization as assigned.
- Monitors and evaluates the needs and abilities of the consumer and assists them to function more adequately through use of their own strengths and through use of community resources. Will recognize that the individual client and family has different barriers to social, economic and educational opportunities and has varied levels of need to overcome those barriers.
- Assists clients to adjust and adapt themselves to their environment, care and treatment.
- Identifies barriers to treatment and assists consumer in problem solving and engaging in outpatient care to prevent regression and re-hospitalization.
- Completes all agency documentation of services in a thorough, accurate and timely manner.
- Serves as a role model for wellness behaviors.
- Applies the principles and processes of coaching when collaborating with others.
- Provide referrals to community resources for housing, employment, medical, nutrition education, weight management, Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline, and other community or wellness-related services and resources.
- Develop cooperative working relationships within the local community to enhance consumer access to resources that support the individualized Care Plan goals.
- Employee must be willing and able to perform all job related travel normally associated with this position.
- Must meet agency standards of productivity and fiscal responsibility.
- Prepares for and actively participates in huddles, Care Planning and staff meetings.
- Must meet "satisfactory" expectations at any scheduled job performance evaluation, coaching and/or Performance Improvement Plans.
- Assessment and appraisal of quality of work will be evaluated through training, skill, chart review or special purpose.
- Must complete Lighthouse required training and resulting follow up and consultation as required at hire, annually and as directed by Supervisor.
- Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management as requested.
- Must perform the specific job duties as listed above to meet position expectations.
In addition, must possess skill in working cooperatively and effectively with clients, staff, management and other professional and community groups; in exercising mature judgment in dealing with people; in presenting ideas clearly and accurately; in reading and comprehending the English language; and in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Benefits:
Benefits include: 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, life, and vision insurance; generous paid leave including PTO, sick, and agency holidays, employer matching 401K plan, and paid continuing education.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Job Type:
- Full-time
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
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Where Oklahoma roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Care Coordinator Job Market in Oklahoma
A snapshot from current Oklahoma openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Center11
- Family & Children's Services4
- Physical Therapy Central3
- Una Health2U
- Dental Depot2
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care coordinator jobs across Oklahoma.
- Active Oklahoma licensure as an RN, LPC, or LSW preferred by most employers
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, health administration, or a related field
- Minimum two years of clinical, case management, or patient navigation experience
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, and managed care authorization processes
- CCM or ACM certification preferred for hospital and insurance-based positions
Care Coordinator Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care coordinator in Oklahoma?
Most care coordinator roles in Oklahoma require a bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or a related health field, plus a relevant Oklahoma state credential. Nurses typically hold an active Oklahoma RN license issued by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, while social workers pursue licensure through the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers as an LMSW or LCSW. Many employers also value the Certified Case Manager credential from the Commission for Case Manager Certification once you have relevant clinical experience.
Which companies hire care coordinators in Oklahoma?
Companies currently hiring care coordinators in Oklahoma include Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Center, Family & Children's Services, and Physical Therapy Central, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Oklahoma's large integrated health systems and Medicaid managed care organizations are consistently among the most active employers for this role statewide.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most care coordinator jobs?
Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Lawton have the most care coordinator openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City leads because it is home to the state's largest health systems, including OU Health and Mercy, while Tulsa's concentration of Saint Francis Health System and community mental health centers drives strong demand there, and smaller markets like Norman and Broken Arrow reflect suburban growth tied to those anchor metros.
Are there remote care coordinator jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely administrative fields because care coordination often involves direct patient contact, facility visits, or real-time clinical decisions. About 11% of care coordinator openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with those positions most often covering telephonic utilization review, Medicaid prior authorization, or population health analytics rather than hands-on case management.
How can I get hired as a care coordinator in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into care coordination from a clinical support or social services role you already hold. Oklahoma employers such as OU Health and Mercy frequently post patient navigator, community health worker, and care management associate roles that do not require prior coordination experience. Completing a Certified Case Manager preparatory course while working in an adjacent role like medical assistant, patient advocate, or discharge planning aide builds the credentials most Oklahoma hiring managers look for when considering candidates without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to care coordinator jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to care coordinator jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oklahoma openings from employers across the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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