Care Manager, BH - Remote PA

Magellan Health • Newtown, PA

95d • $58,440 - $93,500 • Remote

About The Position

Under general supervision, and in collaboration with other members of the clinical team, authorizes and reviews utilization of mental health and substance abuse services provided in inpatient and/or outpatient care settings. Collects and analyzes utilization data. Assists with discharge planning and care coordination. Provides member assistance with mental health and substance abuse issues, and participates in special quality improvement projects. Monitors inpatient and/or outpatient level of care services related to mental health and substance abuse treatment to ensure medical necessity and effectiveness. Provides telephone triage, crisis intervention and emergency authorizations as assigned. Performs concurrent reviews for inpatient and/or outpatient care and other levels of care as allowed by scope of practice and experience. In conjunction with providers and facilities, develops discharge plans and oversee their implementation. Performs quality clinical reviews while educating and making appropriate interventions to advance the care of the member in treatment. Provides information to members and providers regarding mental health and substance abuse benefits, community treatment resources, mental health managed care programs, and company policies and procedures, and criteria. Interacts with Physician Advisors to discuss clinical and authorization questions and concerns regarding specific cases. Participates in quality improvement activities, including data collection, tracking, and analysis. Maintains an active work load in accordance with National Care Manager performance standards. Works with community agencies as appropriate. Proposes alternative plans of treatment when requests for services do not meet medical necessity criteria. Participates in network development including identification and recruitment of quality providers as needed. Advocates for the patient to ensure treatment needs are met. Interacts with providers in a professional, respectful manner that facilitates the treatment process.

Requirements

• Current licensure that meets State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements.
• One or more of the following licenses: CEAP, LMSW, LCSW, LSW, LPC, or RN.
• Minimum 2 years experience post degree in healthcare, behavioral health, psychiatric and/or substance abuse healthcare setting.
• Strong organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of utilization management procedures and community resources.
• Knowledge and experience in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
• Knowledge of DSM V or most current diagnostic edition.
• Ability to analyze specific utilization problems and implement solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in clinical work.
• Advanced degrees in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Authorize and review utilization of mental health and substance abuse services.
• Collect and analyze utilization data.
• Assist with discharge planning and care coordination.
• Provide member assistance with mental health and substance abuse issues.
• Participate in special quality improvement projects.
• Monitor inpatient and outpatient level of care services.
• Provide telephone triage, crisis intervention, and emergency authorizations.
• Perform concurrent reviews for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Develop and oversee implementation of discharge plans.
• Perform quality clinical reviews and make appropriate interventions.
• Provide information to members and providers regarding benefits and resources.
• Interact with Physician Advisors regarding clinical and authorization questions.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Maintain an active workload in accordance with performance standards.
• Work with community agencies as appropriate.
• Propose alternative treatment plans when necessary.
• Participate in network development and recruitment of quality providers.
• Advocate for patients to ensure treatment needs are met.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Short-term incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree