REMOTE - Board-Certified Behavior Analyst - R13191

Job Summary

The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst serves as the clinical lead in developing and implementing evidenced-based clinical policies and practices for members with Autism and their families.

Essential Functions

• Oversee coverage determinations for ABA utilization management to ensure members receive appropriate and medically necessary care in the most cost-effective setting
• Conduct or assist with peer-to-peer discussions as appropriate
• Assume key role in quality improvement initiatives, case management activities and member safety activities (i.e. incident management)
• Help Develop specialized Care Management program for members diagnosed with Autism
• Develop and implement training for UM and CM employees on evidence-based treatments for Autism
• Provide guidance to BH orientation and network development/ recruitment in conjunction with provider relations, value-based contracting, support of episodes of care and full integration of BH services
• Provider technical assistance to improve quality of services to members with autism and intellectual disabilities
• Aid in the review of utilization data to identify variances in patterns, and provide feedback and education to MCP staff and providers as appropriate
• Represent CareSource as the primary clinical liaison to members, providers and State agencies
• Support of regulatory and accreditation functions (e.g. CMS, State, NCQA and URAC) and compliance for all programs
• Participate in the development, implementation and revision of the clinical care standards and practice guidelines ensuring compliance with nationally accepted quality standards
• Participate in the development, implementation and revision of the Quality Improvement Plan and corporate level quality initiatives
• Collaborate with market/product leaders to help define market strategy
• Participate in the evaluation and investigations of cases suspected of fraud, abuse, and quality of care concerns
• Support staff by providing training, clinical consultation, and clinical case review for members including Medical Advisement meetings
• Perform any other job related instructions, as requested

Education And Experience

• Completion of an accredited doctoral program
• Minimum of three (3) years of post-doctoral experience working with people with intellectual or developmental disabilities is required
• Managed care medical review experience is preferred

Competencies, Knowledge And Skills

• Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment
• Ability to create strong relationships with Providers and Members
• High ethical standards
• Attention to detail
• Systematic thinking skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act in the company's best interest
• Ability to act with diplomacy and sensitivity to cultural diversity
• Decision making/problem solving skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Strong sense of mission and commitment of time, effort and resources to the betterment of the communities served
• Leadership experience and skills

Licenses And Certifications

• Licensed Behavior Analyst in state of practice to meet regulatory requirements is required
• Completed an accredited doctoral program and certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a BCBA-D

Compensation

• Ranges from $94,100.00 - $164,800.00
• Includes base compensation and potential bonus tied to company and individual performance

Working Conditions

• General office environment
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• May be required to work evenings/weekends
• May be required to travel to fulfill duties of position

Compensation Type

Salary

Competencies

• Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture - Cultivate Partnerships - Develop Self and Others - Drive Execution - Influence Others - Pursue Personal Excellence - Understand the Business