Behavioral Health Care Advocate (Utilization Review) (Remote)

About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Behavioral Health Care Advocate – Remote, Utilization Review 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

• must be active and unrestricted to practice at the independent level in your state of residence 3+ years of experience in a related mental health environment Experience working with children/adolescents Proficient Microsoft skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) Dedicated office space and access to high speed internet service Preferred Qualifications: Clinical license in the state of New York Inpatient experience Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse Experience working in an environment that required coordination of benefits and utilization of multiple groups and resources for patients Experience working with the Medicaid patient population Experience working in a remote position *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.

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

• provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

• Licensed clinician with a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage or Family Counseling, or Licensed Ph.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary: $60.2K - $107.4K

• 401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

• Remote position - work from anywhere.

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Behavioral Health Care Advocate – Remote, Utilization Review.