Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician - Nights and Weekends - Remote in Louisiana
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: May 19, 2023
Job Description:
Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a
culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is
what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's
improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about
another gadget, it's about making health care data available
wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's
no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best
work.(sm) -You're looking for something bigger for your career. How
about inventing the future of health care? UnitedHealthcare is
offering an innovative new standard for care management. We're
going beyond counseling services and verified referrals to
behavioral health programs integrated across the entire continuum
of care. Our growth is fueling the need for highly qualified
professionals to join our elite team. Bring your skills and talents
to a role where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a
huge scale. -As a Behavioral Health Clinician/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. -If
you have an active and unrestricted license AND reside in
Louisiana, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you
take on some tough challenges. Must be able to work
evenings/overnight, weekends and holidays. -**Premium pay offered
for evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays** -Primary
Responsibilities:
Field inbound calls in a queue from
members and providers for purpose of assessment and triage Focus on
initial inpatient admission for psychiatric and chemical dependency
patientsMake patient assessments and determining appropriate levels
of careDetermine if additional clinical treatment sessions are
neededManage inpatient mental health cases throughout the entire
treatment planAdminister benefitsCoordinate benefits and
transitions between various areas of careIdentify ways to add value
to treatment plans and consulting with facility staff -Required
Qualifications:
Independent, Licensed Master's degree
in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage or Family
Counseling, or Licensed Ph.D., or an RN with 2+ years of experience
in Behavioral HealthIndependent license must be active and
unrestricted in Louisiana2+ years of experience providing direct
clinical care in a behavioral health treatment setting with
emphasis on assessment, case management, and/or crisis
interventionProficient Microsoft skills (Word, Excel,
Outlook)Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays according to
your schedule Dedicated, distraction-free space in home for home
officeAccess to high-speed internet (Fiber Optic, Cable) -
satellite internet is not an optionLouisiana residence -Preferred
Qualifications:
Inpatient experienceDual diagnosis
experience with mental health and substance abuseExperience working
in an environment that required coordination of benefits and
utilization of multiple groups and resources for patient -Careers
with Optum. Our objective is to make health care simpler and more
effective for everyone. With our hands at work across all aspects
of health, you can play a role in creating a healthier world, one
insight, one connection and one person at a time. We bring together
some of the greatest minds and ideas to take health care to its
fullest potential, promoting health equity and accessibility. Work
with diverse, engaged and high-performing teams to help solve
important challenges. -*All Telecommuters will be required to
adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy -At UnitedHealth
Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make
the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of
every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves
the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however,
there are still far too many barriers to good health which are
disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically
marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed
to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and
delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and
improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our
mission. -Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth
Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age,
national origin, protected veteran status, disability status,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status,
genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
-UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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