Field-based Behavioral Health Case Manager (Re-entry) - Ashland, KY

UnitedHealth Group

1 month ago

United Statesfrom $60,200Full TimeHealthcare Administration

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Field-based Behavioral Health Case Manager (Re-entry) - Ashland, KY in United States. Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.

Key Responsibilities

management of conditions Reduce inappropriate emergency department utilization, preventable hospital readmissions, and reduction in recidivism Provide member education on Medicaid

Requirements

licensure experience in a related mental health environment 1+ years of direct experience with justice

involved populations Proficient computer skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook Access to high

speed internet and a dedicated, distraction

Benefits & Compensation

This role is based out of the employee's home yet will be in the field approximately 50%25 of the time. This role involves visiting individuals in the prison setting and/or out in the community

If you are located in or near Ashland, KY, you will have the flexibility to work remotely

as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Provide a complete continuum of quality care through close communication with members via phone, virtual, or in

licensure experience in a related mental health environment 1+ years of direct experience with justice

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Field-based Behavioral Health Case Manager (Re-entry) - Ashland, KY.

Key Skills

Case ManagementHealth AssessmentCare PlanningCommunicationCoordination of BenefitsUtilization ReviewMedicaid Benefits EducationRecidivism ReductionEmergency Department Utilization ReductionHospital Readmission ReductionNCQA Population Health Management StandardsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookIndependent Clinical LicensureDual Diagnosis

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Position Insights

Healthcare Administration — healthcare professional Career Context

This Healthcare Administration position at UnitedHealth Group is open to healthcare professional candidates.

Compensation Analysis

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

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Case Management, Health Assessment, Care Planning, Communication, Coordination of Benefits, Utilization Review, Medicaid Benefits Education, Recidivism Reduction. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Healthcare Administration role.

Core responsibilities: The Case Manager will provide a complete continuum of quality care by interacting with members via phone, virtual, or in-person methods, focusing on assisting members transitioning from incarceration back into the community through health assessments and care planning. This role involves partnering ...

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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