Team Lead, Clinical Care Review - Behavioral Health
Listed compensation
$72k-$116k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
The Team Lead, Clinical Care Review is responsible for providing direct oversight of Clinical Care Review (CCR) employees and overseeing day-to-day workflow within the CCR team.
Essential Functions
- Provide direct oversight of CCR employees and oversee day-to-day workflow within the CCR team
- Ensure all direct reports are performing at minimum quality and productivity standards or better
- Understand complexities of health conditions and services
- Develop plan for management of workload after analyzing trends and act as advocate for CCR team
- Provide feedback, guidance, orientation, training and ongoing resources to CCRs and pre-authorization team
- Standardize activity and outcome reporting for department initiatives and programs including documentation required by the State and accrediting bodies
- Responsible for utilization review and discharge planning activities for CareSource members
- Monitor and ensure appropriate delivery of healthcare services in cost-effective manner
Assist manager and director in development of process improvement activities and refining of processes that facilitate cost-effective utilization and appropriate levels of care
Act as a liaison between Care Management, Claims, Enrollment, Customer Service and other areas as needed to assist in problem resolutions
Perform audits of CCR team members to ensure compliance with CareSource policies, processes, regulatory requirements, NCQA utilization review guidelines and standards, and URAC review guidelines
- Provide input into CCR team evaluations and assist with development of team goals
- Design and present UM informational meetings as needed
- Responsible for attending state hearings as necessary
- Perform any other job duties as requested
Education and Experience
Graduate level degree as a mental health professional or Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required
- One year of Utilization Management/Utilization Review experience required
- Minimum of five (5) years clinical experience preferred
- Certified Care Manager experience is preferred
Competencies, Knowledge and Skills
- Basic computer skills
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Communication skills
- Management skills
- Prior supervisory skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Attention to detail
- Familiarity of the healthcare field
- Critical listening and thinking skills
- Training/teaching skills
- Negotiation skills/experience
- Proper grammar usage
- Time management skills
- Proper phone etiquette
- Customer service oriented
- Decision making/problem solving skills
- Leadership experience and skills
Licensure and Certification
Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a mental health professional (i. e. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), etc.) is required. This listing may not include all acceptable licenses; please refer to your state licensing board for complete information on licensure requirements for your state or practice.
- Compact RN license or Multi-state Counselor/Social Worker licensure is preferred
- MCG Certification preferred
Working Conditions
General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Compensation Range
$72,200.00 - $115,500.00
CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level.
In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.
Compensation Type (Hourly/salary)
- Organization Level Competencies
- Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture
- Cultivate Partnerships
- Develop Self and Others
- Drive Execution
- Influence Others
- Pursue Personal Excellence
- Understand the Business
This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.
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Key Responsibilities
The Team Lead provides direct oversight of Clinical Care Review employees and manages day-to-day workflows to ensure quality and productivity standards are met. They also act as a liaison between various departments and assist in process improvement activities to ensure cost-effective healthcare delivery.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a graduate degree as a mental health professional or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, along with at least one year of utilization management experience. A current, unrestricted license as an RN, LPC, or LCSW is required, with a minimum of five years of clinical experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Healthcare Professional Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Care Source holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 13 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$101k in purchasing power | Ohio index 92.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| healthcare listings in Ohio | 106 active | 2,063 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| healthcare pay trend | +12.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Care Source | silver tier, 70/100 | Top Employers work-life index13 active listings |
