Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate SED Waiver - Dodge City, KS

UnitedHealth Group Inc.•Dodge City, KS

57d•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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As a Behavioral Health Care Advocate, you will be responsible for case management / care coordination of members on the SED and Autism Waivers. You'll have a direct impact on the lives of our members as you recommend and manage the appropriate level of care throughout the entire treatment plan.

Requirements

Licensed Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Counseling; Licensed Ph.D., or Registered Nurse (with at least a Bachelor's degree) with 2+ years of experience in behavioral health
Active, unrestricted license in Kansas: LP, LPC, LCP, LCPC, LMSW, LSCSW, LMFT, LCMFT, or RN (with a Bachelor's Degree) 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 Dodge City, KS, with 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
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

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