Remote Behavioral Health Care Advocate — Florida

Optum; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Behavioral Health Care Advocate to join our team in a remote position serving Florida. The role focuses on outpatient, Medicaid and Medicare behavioral health services, with telephonic clinical reviews to promote best practices in care.

The position requires an active Florida licensure and 2+ years of behavioral health experience, plus strong MS Office skills and a dedicated home workspace. Sunday coverage or travel is not required.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted independent licensure in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Focus on outpatient commercial, Medicaid and Medicare behavioral health services.
• Conducting outpatient reviews to determine appropriate care.
• Assessing if member care meets coverage guidelines.
• Shaping member treatment in partnership with providers to ensure best practices.
• Administering benefits and reviewing treatment plans.

Skills

Outpatient psychotherapy

Community-based treatment

MS Office proficiency

Home office setup

High-speed internet

Independent Florida licensure

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Optum is seeking a Behavioral Health Care Advocate to join our team in a remote position serving Florida. The role focuses on outpatient, Medicaid and Medicare behavioral health services, with telephonic clinical reviews to promote best practices in care.

The position requires an active Florida licensure and 2+ years of behavioral health experience, plus strong MS Office skills and a dedicated home workspace. Sunday coverage or travel is not required.