Remote Behavioral Health Care Advocate: Care Coordination

UnitedHealth Group; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Behavioral Health professional to oversee inpatient admissions, conduct patient assessments, and coordinate care transitions across the continuum. You will administer benefits, review treatment plans, and gather outpatient information from providers to support appropriate care levels.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a team-focused environment, with remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package that recognizes performance and development

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage/Family Counseling OR PhD RN licensure.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state of residence.
• 2+ years of experience in behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Oversee initial inpatient admission for psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
• Make patient assessments and determine appropriate levels of care.
• Administer benefits, review treatment plans, and coordinate transitions between various areas of care.
• Obtain information from providers on outpatient requests for treatment.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Inpatient experience

Dual diagnosis experience

Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage or Family Counseling; OR Licensed Ph.D.; OR Registered Nurse

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Behavioral Health professional to oversee inpatient admissions, conduct patient assessments, and coordinate care transitions across the continuum. You will administer benefits, review treatment plans, and gather outpatient information from providers to support appropriate care levels.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a team-focused environment, with remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package that recognizes performance and development