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

• Provide a complete continuum of quality care through close communication with members via phone virtual or in-person interaction
• Assist members with the transition from a carceral facility back to the community via Health Assessment and Care Planning
• Partner with care team (correctional facilities community providers internal staff) to complete care plans and warm handoff
• Improve health and self-management of conditions
• Reduce inappropriate emergency department utilization preventable hospital readmissions and reduction in recidivism
• Provide member education on Medicaid benefits treatment options and comprehensive services
• May participate in community events related to scope of work
• Meet NCQA Population Health Management Standards
• Meet state-specific contractual requirements related to the delivery of care management

• Independently licensed clinician with a Master's degree in Psychology Social Work Counseling or related behavioral health discipline OR an RN (BSN required) with 3+ years of experience in behavioral health
• Licenses must be independent active and unrestricted in the state of Kentucky
• 2+ years of post-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-free workspace at home
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel within designated service delivery area
• Permanent residence in the state of Kentucky

• Case Management experience
• Carceral facility experience
• Community Mental Health experience
• Experience working with the Medicaid population
• Experience working in an environment that required coordination of benefits and utilization of multiple groups and resources for patients
• Experience working with low-income populations
• Experience working with either Medicaid or Medicare funded programs
• Medical / Behavioral setting experience (i.e. hospital managed care organization or joint medical / behavioral outpatient practice)
• Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse

What We Do

Optum part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses 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. Here you will find a culture guided by inclusion talented peers comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum we support your well-being with an understanding team extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.

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