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Behavioral Health Care Advocate

Optum · Houston, TX · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time

Primary Responsibilities

  • Oversee initial inpatient and residential admissions for mental health and substance abuse disorders for members
  • Review clinical information and determine appropriate levels of care
  • Cook up coordination with Case Managers and/or providers to help with treatment and discharge planning
  • Active on a telephonic queue, speaking with providers and members
  • Adapt to different processes with regulatory changes

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage or Family Counseling; OR Licensed Ph.D.
  • Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state of residence
  • 2+ years of experience in behavioral health

Preferred Qualifications

  • Inpatient or residential experience
  • Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse
  • Experience working in utilization management
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Outlook, Internet)

Benefits

  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution

Pay and Schedule

  • The salary for this role will range from $X to $Y annually based on full-time employment
  • No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives

Schedule

  • You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S.

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