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Behavioral Care Advocate - Remote Requisition Number: 2246771 Job Category: Behavioral Primary Location: Houston, TX, US (Remote considered) Optum 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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Provide case management to families as they navigate the complex maze of social service, medical, and education systems to get special needs care for their children Act as a single point of contact to serve the entire family's needs behavioral health needs Identify high-risk, co-morbid needs of consumers Link the consumers and their families/caregivers with connections to appropriate pediatric and family referrals and services Work with members and their family via telephone to address healthcare needs Provide supportive follow-up, monitoring and education as indicated Explain behavioral health insurance benefits and what behavioral health services are available Accept referrals via designated processes, collaborate in evaluating available services, and coordinate necessary psychiatric and community referrals, as needed Partner with internal Optum Behavioral Health Services Teams to coordinate a seamless transition for consumers from an inpatient setting to community-based service Collaborate with providers to determine acuity of mental health concerns, barriers and progress; coordinate appropriate services Partner with designated external providers, vendors, programs, entities to address the needs, gaps in care Establish and foster positive relationships with medical partner to offer a seamless, holistic case management product to members You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Licensed Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage or Family Counseling License must be clinically independent (i.e. LCSW, LMFT, LPC), active and unrestricted in the state of residence 2+ years of experience in a related mental health setting Computer / typing proficiency to enter / retrieve data in electronic clinical records; experience with email, internet research, use of online calendars and other software applications Access to high speed internet from home and a dedicated workspace Proven excellent communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Medicare/Medicaid Population Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse Experience in a community mental health setting Experience in a managed care environment Experience with the 65+ age group UnitedHealth Group is working to create the health care system of tomorrow. Already Fortune 4, we are totally focused on innovation and change. We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we're doing a lot of good. Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we're building a high-performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we're looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant - and built for speed. Come to UnitedHealth Group, and share your ideas and your passion for doing more. We have roles that will fit your skills and knowledge. We have diverse opportunities that will fit your dreams. *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington or Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $58,300 to $114,300 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 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. Additional Job Detail Information Requisition Number 2246771 Employee Status Regular Job Level Individual Contributor Travel No Country: US Overtime Status Exempt Schedule Full-time Shift Day Job Telecommuter Position Yes