Behavioral Health Care Coordinator

Sentara Hospitals•Richmond, VA

17h•Remote

About The Position

Sentara Health Plans in Richmond is looking to hire a Remote Behavioral Health Care Coordinator. This position is remote, however, candidates must reside in the State of Virginia. The Remote Behavioral Health Care Coordinator works in a collaborative role with all members of the health care team and community service agencies to coordinate Behavioral Health and PUMS program for Optima Family Care members to improve health and safety outcomes. Assesses for barriers to compliance with the medical care plan and implements appropriate interventions to promote compliance with recommended therapy. Acts as a resource to assist members in need of community-based programs for Mental Health and Substance Abuse. Empowers the member with the skills to navigate the process for obtaining appropriate medical care and community assistance, with a focus on members with a history of Medication or Emergency Department inappropriate utilization, to include substance abuse, misuse, and chronic pain and/or mental health issues. Works with Pharmacy Department to restrict pharmacy providers and Medical Providers, for prescription services for PUMS members.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, Health and Human Services or degree in related field with 15 credit hours dedicated to health and human development required.
3 years of related experience in a physician office setting, Community Services Board, acute care or in a managed care setting.
Working directly with patients related to Behavioral Health or Substance Abuse treatment is required.

Responsibilities

coordinate Behavioral Health and PUMS program for Optima Family Care members to improve health and safety outcomes.
Assesses for barriers to compliance with the medical care plan and implements appropriate interventions to promote compliance with recommended therapy.
Acts as a resource to assist members in need of community-based programs for Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
Empowers the member with the skills to navigate the process for obtaining appropriate medical care and community assistance, with a focus on members with a history of Medication or Emergency Department inappropriate utilization, to include substance abuse, misuse, and chronic pain and/or mental health issues.
Works with Pharmacy Department to restrict pharmacy providers and Medical Providers, for prescription services for PUMS members.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.