Behavioral Health Care Advocate - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•New Orleans, LA

12h•Remote

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. You have high standards. So do we. Here at UnitedHealth Group, this includes offering an innovative new standard for care management. It goes beyond counseling services and verified referrals to programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. That means you'll have an opportunity to make an impact on a huge scale - as part of an incredible team culture that's defining the future of behavioral health care. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage or Family Counseling; OR Licensed Ph.D.; OR Registered Nurse
Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state of residence
2+ years of experience in behavioral health
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Nice To Haves

Inpatient experience
Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse
Experience working in an environment that required coordinating benefits and utilizing multiple groups and resources for patients
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Outlook, Internet)

Responsibilities

Oversee initial inpatient admission for psychiatric and chemical dependency patients
Make patient assessments and determine appropriate levels of care
Administer benefits, review treatment plans, and coordinate transitions between various areas of care
Obtain information from providers on outpatient requests for treatment