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Posted Feb 27, 2026

Managing Consultant, Behavioral Health

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Job Description: • Assist state agencies, including Behavioral Health (mental health and substance use), Public Health, Medicaid, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities, State Units on Aging and/or Social/Human Services in the development of strategic plans to support the statewide implementation of healthcare reform • Understand state Behavioral Health prevention, treatment, and recovery services and systems. • Understand Medicaid eligibility requirements, processes and systems • Assist clients in assessing business and technical requirements related to the implementation of program initiatives • Research and stay abreast of all states’ healthcare transformation efforts • Perform data and qualitative research activities to address state research needs • Document and communicate findings and support development of recommendations and follow-up steps to respond to findings • Identify and collaborate with broad range of healthcare stakeholders • Participate in analysis of client-identified issues or problems • Manage projects and engagements of various sizes and durations • Supervise and support the development of staff • Effectively manage client interaction and managing client expectations • Provide subject matter expertise, as requested and appropriate • Help develop business with new clients, as requested • Participate in non-client related firm-building activities Requirements: • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university • Minimum of 5+ (FIVE) years of previous work experience • Must have experience in the Healthcare Industry • Strong attention to detail and deliverable preparation • Strong interest in state health agencies and healthcare reform, e.g., Medicaid, public health, health insurance, and health reform organizations (legislative, executive, governor’s office) • Ability to travel to meet client needs (10-30%) as required Benefits: • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Basic Life & Supplemental Life • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability • Student Loan PayDown • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities • Skills Development & Certifications • Employee Referral Program • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program • Mobility Stipend