Care Manager / Advocate - LSW, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Psych RN

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.  No nights. No weekends. No on-call. Don't you deserve a rewarding career with a company that understands your needs?  OptumHealth Care Solutions offers tailored programs that can enhance clinical outcomes and reduce costs for customers. The Care Solutions organization offers best-in-class programs and care management services to help consumers receive the right care at the right time in the right place. If you're seeking a refreshing change from hands-on care and night and weekend shifts, we urge you to bring your clinical experience to a rewarding position on a fun, supportive team. We're looking for passionate, dedicated professionals like you to fill multiple phone-based mental healthcare roles. Come explore the unparalleled advancement potential, resources and benefits we offer; apply today! Primary responsibilities include: Providing care advocacy and utilization review via telephone for mental health and substance abuse cases Authorizing inpatient and outpatient services based on medical needs and care guidelines Presenting cases to the Medical Director for clinical questions Documenting cases in the system Participating in rounds and team meetingsOur new Care Advocates must possess: Clinical mental health (LSW, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LPC) or Psych RN licensure Three years of post-graduate clinical experience in mental health/chemical dependency  A background in facility-based care (i.e. a hospital, skilled nursing facility, residential, or day-treatment programs) Computer skillsAdditionally valued assets include: Managed care experience Familiarity with Medicaid/Medicare A background in psychological diagnosis  Experience with case management and/or concurrent review 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: care manager rn, health care, healthcare, icu,  medical, medical care, nurse, nursing, obstetrics, pediatrics, r n, registered nurse, rn, mental health, behavioral health, social worker, social work, nonprofit, non-profit, MSW, CSW, clinical, managed care, insurance, hospital, phone, telephonic, triage, EAP