Mental Health Coordinator Jobs
Mental Health Coordinator jobs are open across hospitals, community health centers, school districts, and nonprofit organizations, at every level from entry-level case support to senior coordinator and program director, with specializations in crisis intervention, substance use recovery, and youth behavioral health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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How to Apply
Application Instructions:
Candidates should submit the following as one document:
1. Cover Letter / Letter of interest
2. Resume
3. One page statement that discusses/shares a recent experience; what was learned from this experience, and what you did with what you learned.
In order for the Career Portal system to accept a cover letter and one page statement, please include these as a page of your resume document.
Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States, as we are currently unable to sponsor visas for this job opening.
Job Summary
THIS IS A FULL-TIME (40 HRS/WEEK) 1-YEAR TERM LIMITED APPOINTMENT
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Be a part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of developing a more equitable, caring, and socially just society, that's the heart of what drives people to work at the University of Michigan School of Social Work.
PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Rural Mental Health Leadership team, and reporting directly to the faculty project lead, the Rural Mental Health Program Manager supports the development, administration, and operations of the Rural Mental Health Training program at the University of Michigan School of Social Work. This position will work closely with internal constituents along with the State of Michigan and other universities that are a part of the Michigan Rural Mental Health Program. Under FLSA, incumbents in this position are exempt. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities*
Recruitment
- Collaborate with the director, faculty and the Office of Student Services (OSS) in recruitment and selection of graduate student social workers who will focus on rural mental health services.
- Coordinate with Office of Field Education to make sure that field placements are available and appropriate.
- Provide instruction and field placement opportunities in partnership with OFE and faculty to enhance practice skills for social workers to become competent rural mental health social workers.
- Coordinate with OSS to ensure student recruitment, selection and admissions processes are implemented appropriately.
Curriculum and Technology
- Work with faculty to create rural mental health learning opportunities including asynchronous educational content.
- Support the development of curricula that incorporate the most recent knowledge of policies and practices for rural social work.
- Work with SSW web team to develop and support information technology capacity.
Collaboration and Partnership
- Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Educational Programs, curricular pathways leads, and director of the online program to coordinate course curriculum, syllabi, curricula resources, and field instruction.
- Partner with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and relevant entities in the state to support the Rural Mental Health Program.
- Partner with other schools of social work implementing Rural Mental Health Programs.
- Work in partnership with Program Evaluation Group to support Rural Mental Health Program evaluation.
Educational Programming and Student Supports
- Develop and disseminate shared educational resources for Rural Mental Health Scholars.
- Coordinate consortium-wide Rural Mental Health Scholars cohort activities and professional development opportunities.
- Develop shared licensure preparation materials and programming.
- Provide continuing education and specialized training opportunities related to rural behavioral and mental health practice.
- Coordinate rural practitioner panels, networking events, and employer presentations.
- Provide technical assistance related to student retention, mentoring, and wellness programming.
Required Qualifications*
- BA or equivalent
- Experience in program development and coordination across multiple organizations
- Excellent organizational, problem solving, and communications skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
- Proven proficiency with video conferencing and enterprise collaboration technologies such as Google Enterprise or Microsoft 365 to coordinator and manage work
- Demonstrated experience with diverse populations and cross-cultural practice
Desired Qualifications*
- Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited MSW program, and at least 2-5 years of recent relevant work experience
- Prior experience with rural mental and behavioral health or prior experience working in rural social work
- Prior experience working in a higher education environment
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285669
Working Title
Rural Mental Health Coordinator
Job Title
Program Manager
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Hybrid
Mobile/Remote
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
Posting Begin/End Date
11/13/2026 - 12/04/2026
Salary
$60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
How to Apply
Application Instructions:
Candidates should submit the following as one document:
1. Cover Letter / Letter of interest
2. Resume
3. One page statement that discusses/shares a recent experience; what was learned from this experience, and what you did with what you learned.
In order for the Career Portal system to accept a cover letter and one page statement, please include these as a page of your resume document.
Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States, as we are currently unable to sponsor visas for this job opening.
Job Summary
THIS IS A FULL-TIME (40 HRS/WEEK) 1-YEAR TERM LIMITED APPOINTMENT
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Be a part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of developing a more equitable, caring, and socially just society, that's the heart of what drives people to work at the University of Michigan School of Social Work.
PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Rural Mental Health Leadership team, and reporting directly to the faculty project lead, the Rural Mental Health Program Manager supports the development, administration, and operations of the Rural Mental Health Training program at the University of Michigan School of Social Work. This position will work closely with internal constituents along with the State of Michigan and other universities that are a part of the Michigan Rural Mental Health Program. Under FLSA, incumbents in this position are exempt. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities*
Recruitment
- Collaborate with the director, faculty and the Office of Student Services (OSS) in recruitment and selection of graduate student social workers who will focus on rural mental health services.
- Coordinate with Office of Field Education to make sure that field placements are available and appropriate.
- Provide instruction and field placement opportunities in partnership with OFE and faculty to enhance practice skills for social workers to become competent rural mental health social workers.
- Coordinate with OSS to ensure student recruitment, selection and admissions processes are implemented appropriately.
Curriculum and Technology
- Work with faculty to create rural mental health learning opportunities including asynchronous educational content.
- Support the development of curricula that incorporate the most recent knowledge of policies and practices for rural social work.
- Work with SSW web team to develop and support information technology capacity.
Collaboration and Partnership
- Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Educational Programs, curricular pathways leads, and director of the online program to coordinate course curriculum, syllabi, curricula resources, and field instruction.
- Partner with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and relevant entities in the state to support the Rural Mental Health Program.
- Partner with other schools of social work implementing Rural Mental Health Programs.
- Work in partnership with Program Evaluation Group to support Rural Mental Health Program evaluation.
Educational Programming and Student Supports
- Develop and disseminate shared educational resources for Rural Mental Health Scholars.
- Coordinate consortium-wide Rural Mental Health Scholars cohort activities and professional development opportunities.
- Develop shared licensure preparation materials and programming.
- Provide continuing education and specialized training opportunities related to rural behavioral and mental health practice.
- Coordinate rural practitioner panels, networking events, and employer presentations.
- Provide technical assistance related to student retention, mentoring, and wellness programming.
Required Qualifications*
- BA or equivalent
- Experience in program development and coordination across multiple organizations
- Excellent organizational, problem solving, and communications skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
- Proven proficiency with video conferencing and enterprise collaboration technologies such as Google Enterprise or Microsoft 365 to coordinator and manage work
- Demonstrated experience with diverse populations and cross-cultural practice
Desired Qualifications*
- Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited MSW program, and at least 2-5 years of recent relevant work experience
- Prior experience with rural mental and behavioral health or prior experience working in rural social work
- Prior experience working in a higher education environment
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285669
Working Title
Rural Mental Health Coordinator
Job Title
Program Manager
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Hybrid
Mobile/Remote
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
Posting Begin/End Date
11/13/2026 - 12/04/2026
Salary
$60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related human services field
- Experience with electronic health records and care coordination documentation systems
- Knowledge of community mental health resources, referral networks, and crisis intervention protocols
- Familiarity with HIPAA compliance and confidentiality requirements in behavioral health settings
- Case management or care coordination experience in a clinical, school, or nonprofit environment
- Certification in Mental Health First Aid, CPR, or a state-recognized behavioral health credential
Tips for Your Mental Health Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to care settings
Hiring managers in behavioral health scan for the specific setting you've worked in, whether inpatient, outpatient, school-based, or community. Name your setting explicitly in your summary and in each role description so your resume clears the first filter.
List every relevant certification clearly
Certifications like CPR, Mental Health First Aid, Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner, or state-specific case management credentials are often listed as requirements. Put them in a dedicated section near the top, not buried in the body of a past job entry.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mental health coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles that map to your experience
Employers post this role under several names, including behavioral health coordinator, care coordinator, clinical case manager, and patient navigator. Search all of these variants so you don't miss openings that match your background but use different wording.
Prepare scenario answers about crisis situations
Interviewers for this role almost always ask how you've handled a client in acute distress or a documentation crisis. Prepare two or three specific stories using the STAR format, with one focused on coordinating across multiple providers or agencies under time pressure.
Negotiate start date around licensure timelines
If you're awaiting state licensure or a background clearance common in behavioral health hiring, raise it proactively in the offer stage. Most employers can adjust your start date by two to four weeks, but only if you name the timeline before you sign.
Mental Health Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mental health coordinators?
The most active employers for mental health coordinators right now are Telecare Corporation, Crestwood Behavioral Health, and VitalCore Health Strategies, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, federally qualified health centers, and school districts tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many mental health coordinator jobs are remote?
About 41% of mental health coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in roles focused on care coordination, utilization review, and administrative case management rather than direct client-facing support. Positions requiring in-person crisis response or on-site school or clinic presence are less likely to offer remote flexibility.
How do you become a mental health coordinator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field, then gain direct experience through internships, case aide roles, or entry-level positions in community mental health or social services. Getting certified in Mental Health First Aid strengthens early applications. Many coordinators move into the role after one to two years in a support or case assistant position, building familiarity with documentation systems, referral networks, and crisis protocols along the way.
Can you get a mental health coordinator job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level mental health coordinator roles exist, particularly in community health centers, nonprofit organizations, and school districts that prioritize lived experience or volunteer backgrounds alongside formal credentials. Highlighting any peer support work, crisis line volunteering, or supervised fieldwork from a degree program can substitute for paid experience in many postings. Applying to positions with titles like behavioral health associate or care coordination assistant is a practical starting point.
What does the mental health coordinator interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds, starting with a phone screen focused on your background in behavioral health and familiarity with care coordination. A second round with a hiring manager or clinical supervisor typically includes scenario questions about handling a client in crisis or navigating a gap in community resources. Some organizations add a panel interview with colleagues from case management, nursing, or social work before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to mental health coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to mental health coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, specialization, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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