Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate SED Waiver - Hutchinson, KS

UnitedHealth Group

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Hutchinson, Kansas — Hybridfrom $60,200Full TimePsychiatry

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate – SED Waiver, Remote in United States. The Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate to join our team in Hutchinson, KS. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

manage the appropriate level of care throughout the entire treatment plan.

Manage inpatient and outpatient mental health cases throughout the entire treatment plan Administer benefit.

Coordinate benefits and transitions between various areas of care Identify ways to add value to treatment plans.

Develop and monitor implementation of Person-Centered Service Plans Collaborate with Community Mental Health.

Requirements

license experience in a related mental health environment Proven intermediate Microsoft skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Access to secure, high

speed internet (Broadband Cable, DSL, or Fiber) and a dedicated, distraction

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $60.2K - $107.4K

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate – SED Waiver, Remote.

Key Skills

Case managementCare coordinationPatient assessmentMental health advocacyTreatment planningPerson-centered service plansMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft TeamsBehavioral healthMedicaid coordinationClinical treatmentDual diagnosisBenefit administration

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate SED Waiver - Hutchinson, KS position at UnitedHealth Group includes the following lifestyle factors: remote work flexibility. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

This Psychiatry position at UnitedHealth Group is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Remote physician positions in Psychiatry have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.

Compensation Analysis

UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this physician position at $60k to $107k annually.

This is approximately 72% below the national median for Psychiatry professionals, which is around $300k.

Location & Logistics

This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.

Why This Position Stands Out

Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
Transparent compensation ($60k–$107k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Case management, Care coordination, Patient assessment, Mental health advocacy, Treatment planning, Person-centered service plans, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Behavioral Health Advocate manages case coordination and treatment plans for members on SED and Autism waivers. They conduct patient assessments, determine appropriate levels of care, and collaborate with community mental health centers to ensure effective service delivery.

Benefits package: Comprehensive Benefits Package, Incentive and Recognition Programs, Equity Stock Purchase, 401k Contribution. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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