Behavioral Health Care Advocate (Remote in Arizona)

Optum; Prescott Valley (AZ); Remote; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Behavioral Health Care Advocate in Arizona to manage treatment for behavioral health and substance abuse cases. The role involves engaging members, conducting assessments, and collaborating with providers to ensure effective care. Applicants should have a relevant Master's degree, licensure, and experience in mental health. This remote position offers significant opportunities for professional growth while aiming to improve health outcomes in diverse communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's degree or higher in a relevant field and independent licensure in Arizona.
• 2+ years of experience in a mental health environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage treatment needs of behavioral health and substance abuse cases.
• Engage members transitioning through care levels and coordinate with providers.
• Conduct assessments and strategize solutions for barriers to care.

Skills

Care Management

Member Engagement

Assessment Completion

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage or Family Counseling

Doctorate-degreed Psychologist

Licensed Psychologist

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Licensed Professional Counselor

Registered Nurse with 2+ years experience in Behavioral Health

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Behavioral Health Care Advocate (Remote in Arizona)

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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.

In this position, you will be responsible for care management of behavioral health and substance abuse member cases. You'll have a direct impact on the lives of our members as you manage the treatment needs of assigned cases. The schedule for this position is 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday.

If you are located in the state of Arizona, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Engage members that may be transitioning through various levels of behavioral health related care
• Complete member assessments and educate on resources and services available to member
• Coordinate and collaborate with providers and treatment teams
• Strategize and solution for any barriers preventing care or delaying services
• Identify ways to add value to treatment plans and consulting with facility staff or outpatient care providers on those ideas
• Work from an Integrated Care Management Model to ensure high risk members have evidenced based care and medically necessary services
• Join Interdisciplinary Team Rounds weekly to collaborate with cross functional teams on high-risk members
  
  

You’ll find the pace fast and the challenges ongoing. We’ll expect you to achieve and document measurable results. You’ll also need to think and act quickly while working with a diverse member population.

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.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage or Family Counseling; Doctorate-degreed Psychologist; or an RN with 2+ years of recent experience in a dedicated Behavioral Health setting
• Active, unrestricted licensed to practice independently in the state of Arizona
• Licensed Psychologist (LP)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Registered Nurse (RN) with 2+ years of recent experience in a dedicated Behavioral Health setting
• 2+ years of experience in a related mental health environment
• 1+ years of experience working with local and state community resources in Arizona
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Access to install secure, high-speed internet and a dedicated, distraction-free workspace at home
• Reside in the state of Arizona
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with community behavioral health agencies and/or inpatient facilities
• 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 in a managed care environment (i.e., managed care organization (MCO) or health insurance company)
• Knowledge of insurance benefits, including Medicaid and Medicare
• Familiarity with AHCCCS and Division of Developmental Disability standards
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
  
  

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits re subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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