[Hiring] Behavioral Health Care Advocate @UnitedHealth Group

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description As a Behavioral / Mental Health Care Advocate you will be responsible for case management and utilization review of behavioral health and substance abuse cases. You'll have a direct impact on the lives of our members as you recommend and manage the appropriate level of care throughout the entire treatment plan. • Managing and administering inpatient and residential behavioral health benefits • Reviewing clinical assessments and determining appropriate levels of care • Determining if additional clinical services are needed • Coordinating benefits and transitions between various levels of care • Identifying ways to add value to treatment plans and consulting with facility staff on those ideas • Identify appropriate community-based services for discharge planning as indicated Qualifications • Master’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or an RN with 2+ years of experience in behavioral health • One of the following active, unrestricted, independent licenses to practice in the State of Arizona: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PSY; OR RN with 2+ years of behavioral health experience • 2+ years of experience in a related mental health environment • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Outlook, Internet) • Arizona residency • Willing to work occasional holidays (dictated by business need) • Willing to accommodate changes in working hours (dictated by business need) Requirements • Experience in an inpatient setting • Experience working in an environment that required coordination of benefits and utilization of multiple groups and resources for patients • Prior experience with utilization management is highly preferred • Experience working with Medicaid lines of business • Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse • Experience working in a call center environment • Proven excellent communication skills • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Benefits • Comprehensive benefits package • Incentive and recognition programs • Equity stock purchase • 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements) Salary The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full-time employment.