Full-Time
Behavioral Health Clinician
Posted on 8/4/2026
Cityblock Health
501-1,000 employees
Delivers Medicaid-focused compassionate healthcare services
Compensation Overview
$95k - $105k/yr
Bronx, NY, USA + 3 more
More locations: Manhattan, New York, NY, USA | Brooklyn, NY, USA | Queens, NY, USA
Hybrid
Primarily virtual (90%+); occasional in-person member interactions at the Brooklyn hub may be required.
Bachelor's
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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- Candidates must hold an active New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential.
- One year of post-Master's Degree experience is required.
- Medical clearance is required for this member-facing role, including evidence of immunity to MMR, Hepatitis B, and Varicella, and a tuberculosis screen, unless an approved medical or religious accommodation applies.
- The Behavioral Health Specialist is available for care team referrals to triage member needs, provide short-term therapeutic interventions, address the needs of members presenting with serious mental illness or substance use disorder, manage behavioral health escalations, and help facilitate transitions of care as needed.
- Provide behavioral health support to members in an in-person and virtual setting.
- Develop member care plans when behavioral health interventions are needed.
- Provide clinical education to members on preventative care topics, including behavioral health and mental illness.
- Make appropriate referrals for medical support, social resources, behavioral health, and Substance Use Disorder to external and internal providers or the internal care team.
- Collaborate with internal care teams to assess and determine the need for member escalation or placement in different programs, such as lower- or higher-intensity programs.
- Maintain engagement with high-acuity members.
Cityblock Health provides integrated medical, mental health, and social services for underserved communities, with a focus on Medicaid and lower-income Medicare plans. It coordinates care through a dedicated team of doctors, nurses, social workers, and mental health advocates who tailor support to each member’s needs. Services include in-person clinics, virtual care, and mobile urgent care for non-life-threatening emergencies. Unlike traditional providers, Cityblock combines healthcare with social support (housing, food security, childcare, addiction help) to address root health factors. Financial assistance helps cover copays, often making care free at the point of use. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes for marginalized populations by offering accessible, compassionate, and proactive care that reduces unnecessary ER visits and connects patients with comprehensive resources.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$915M
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2017
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Humana launched a 50-county North Carolina program on August 13, 2026.
- Cityblock's 2024 behavioral health study showed 11.5% lower costs and 19.7% fewer admissions.
- LTSS expansion across all operating states broadens reach into high-cost Medicaid populations.
What critics are saying
- Cityblock cut 155 jobs in June 2023, signaling persistent profitability pressure.
- Axios reported June 24, 2026 acquisition talks for Homeward Health, risking integration distractions.
- Medicaid funding cuts and payer contract losses would cripple Cityblock's core revenue base.
What makes Cityblock Health unique
- Cityblock owns Medicaid and dual-eligible care, blending home, virtual, and clinic services.
- Its AI-native platform unifies real-time data across care teams and payers.
- National and regional health-plan partnerships create hard-to-replicate distribution across vulnerable populations.
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Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, & vision coverage
12 weeks parental leave
401(k)
20 days vacation
Company retreats & events
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 2%Humana teams with Cityblock to support dual eligible, MA low income members. Healthcare Finance News August 13, 2026 Eve Bender The value-based program offers round-the-clock virtual and in-person care across 50 counties. Cityblock Health is expanding in North Carolina through a new program serving nearly 20,000 Humana Medicare Advantage and dual-eligible members with complex chronic conditions. The program, which began July 1, covers members across 50 counties, including those enrolled in Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans, people with partial dual eligibility and Medicare Advantage members receiving the Low-Income Subsidy. Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans are Medicare Advantage plans for people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. The Low-Income Subsidy, also known as Extra Help, lowers Medicare prescription drug coverage costs for qualifying beneficiaries. Under the agreement, Cityblock will coordinate with members' existing primary care providers and Humana's care management team...
Exclusive: Cityblock is in talks to acquire fellow General Catalyst-backed startup Homeward Health. Health tech reporter. Cityblock Health is in talks to acquire fellow General Catalyst-backed primary care startup Homeward Health, according to a source familiar with the deal. The proposed... Get free access to a limited number of articles, plus choose newsletters to get straight to your inbox.
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