Utilization Review Coordinator (UM)

About the role

The Utilization Review Coordinator oversees the Utilization Review Program, implements case management scenarios, consults with all services to ensure an effective treatment plan for all patients, oversees the response to requests for services, and interfaces with managed care organizations, external reviews, and other payors.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the Utilization Review Program
• Implementation of Case Management Scenarios
• Consulting with all services to ensure an effective treatment plan for all patients
• Overseeing the response to requests for services
• Interfaces with managed care organizations, external reviews, and other payors

Requirements

• Education: Degree in social work, mental health/behavioral sciences, or related field required. LSW, LPS, LCSW, or LCPC or applicable Illinois license preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of three (3) years direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health treatment setting, including one year of managing a related function preferred. Experience in patient assessment, family motivation, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and dedicated professional
• Positive impact on the mental well-being of individuals

Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

Pay

The expected compensation range is $56,000 to $62,000/annually.

Schedule

This is a full-time role.

Disclaimer

Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.