Care Advocate LCSW, RN, LPC, PhD - Eve/Nights/Weekends

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions is driven by powerful and propriety clinical management methods that optimize the health and well-being of individuals. All Behavioral Solutions programs incorporate state-of-the-art predictive modeling, outcomes management and evidence-based best practices. The result is better care and a reduction in overall health care costs. Are you a mental health professional interested in a promising career with a Fortune 50 company?Stop your search here.  We seek a licensed mental health professional with clinical experience to join our Houston team. As the Care Advocate, you would take calls from hospitals for inpatient admissions, consultations and emergency situations. Join our team and expand your healthcare knowledge. Enjoy great benefits and a secure future with a Fortune 50 company. Primary responsibilities of this position include: Reviewing clinical assessments and certifying levels of care according to policy Facilitating patient admissions Reviewing levels of treatment Consulting with family members, employers and primary care physicians to ensure proper care Negotiating treatment plans with providers Participating in staff meetings, case conferences, and in-service opportunities Documenting clinical data and review outcomes Performing other duties as requestedRequirements include: A mental health professional independently licensed in the state of Texas Clinical experience in the fields of acute psychiatric or chemical dependency treatment Inpatient or outpatient experience A Master's degree in behavioral health or a Bachelor's degree in nursing Computer proficiencyIn addition, ideal assets include: A familiarity with physiological diagnosis Experience in managed care or utilization review Residential treatment experience (strongly preferred) A history in health insurance, a phone-based, or triage setting UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits to full-time and part-time employees, including medical, dental and vision, as well as a matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere:  equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. Keywords: lpc, lcsw, phd, rn, psychiatric nurse, psych rn, licensed phd, mental health, behavioral health, chemical dependency, inpatient, crisis, crisis hotline, crisis line, insurance, managed care, dsmiv, icd9, telephonic, triage