Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate SED Waiver - Hutchinson, KS

UnitedHealth Group•Hutchinson, KS

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Optum family of businesses is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate to join their team in Hutchinson, KS. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will be an integral part of their vision to make healthcare better for everyone. As a Behavioral Health Care Advocate, you will be responsible for case management / care coordination of members on the SED and Autism Waivers. You will have a direct impact on the lives of their members as you recommend and manage the appropriate level of care throughout the entire treatment plan. If you are located in Hays, KS, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

Licensed Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Counseling; Licensed Ph.D., or Registered Nurse with 2+ years of experience in behavioral health
Active, unrestricted license in Kansas: LP, LPC, LCP, LCPC, LMSW, LSCSW, LMFT, LCMFT, or RN in the state of Kansas
2+ years of post-license experience in a related mental health environment
Proven intermediate Microsoft skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Access to secure, high-speed internet (Broadband Cable, DSL, or Fiber) and a dedicated, distraction-free workspace at home
Live in or near Hutchinson, KS, with access to reliable transportation and ability to travel within the service delivery area as needed (up to 50%)

Nice To Haves

Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse
Experience working in an environment that required coordination of benefits and utilization of multiple groups and resources for patients
Experience working with the Medicaid population
Experience working with children, adolescents, and their families

Responsibilities

Make patient assessments and determining appropriate levels of care
Obtain information from providers on outpatient requests for treatment
Determine if additional clinical treatment sessions are needed
Manage inpatient and outpatient mental health cases throughout the entire treatment plan
Administer benefits and review treatment plans
Coordinate benefits and transitions between various areas of care
Identify ways to add value to treatment plans and consulting with facility staff or outpatient care providers on those ideas
Develop and monitor implementation of Person-Centered Service Plans
Collaborate with Community Mental Health Centers to ensure member’s are receiving services and supports