Remote Youth BH Care Manager - Idaho Licensed

Magellan Health, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 64,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tobacco-free workplace

Job summary

Magellan Health is seeking a Care Manager, BH - Youth, for a remote position supporting Idaho. State licensure is required, and if you reside outside Idaho, licensure must be obtained in your state of residence and Idaho.

The role involves authorizing and reviewing mental health and substance abuse services, coordinating care, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. A minimum of 2 years post-degree experience in healthcare or behavioral health is expected.

Qualifications

• Licensure required: CEAP, LMSW, LCSW, LSW, LPC or RN.
• Minimum 2 years post-degree healthcare/behavioral health experience.
• Knowledge of utilization management procedures and community resources.
• Familiarity with DSM-V or current DSM edition.

Responsibilities

• Authorize and review mental health/substance abuse services for medical necessity and effectiveness.
• Provide telephone triage, crisis intervention and emergency authorizations.
• Perform concurrent reviews for inpatient/outpatient care.
• Develop and oversee discharge plans with providers and facilities.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Utilization management

DSM-V knowledge

Problem analysis

Education

Associate Nursing

Bachelors Social Work

Masters Social Work

Job description

Magellan Health is seeking a Care Manager, BH - Youth, for a remote position supporting Idaho. State licensure is required, and if you reside outside Idaho, licensure must be obtained in your state of residence and Idaho.

The role involves authorizing and reviewing mental health and substance abuse services, coordinating care, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. A minimum of 2 years post-degree experience in healthcare or behavioral health is expected.