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Pediatric Care Manager Behavioral Health

Pediatric Care Manager Behavioral Health

CompanyCentene
LocationOrlando, FL, USA, Kissimmee, FL, USA
Salary$55100 – $99000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Requires a Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work or a Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing and 2 – 4 years of related pediatric experience.
  • Licensed Behavioral Health Professional based on state contract requirements e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LMHC
  • Candidates must reside in Orange, Osceola, Brevard or Seminole County for face to face visits with members.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluates the needs of the member via phone or in-home visits related to the resources available, and recommends and/or facilitates the care plan/service plan for the best outcome, which may include behavioral health and social determinant needs.
  • May perform telephonic, digital, home and/or other site visits outreach to assess member needs and collaborate with resources.
  • Develops ongoing care plans for members with high level acuity and works to identify providers, specialists, and community resources needed for care including mental health and substance use disorders.
  • Coordinates as appropriate between the member and/or family/caregivers, community resources, and the care provider team to ensure identified services are accessible to members.
  • Monitors care plans/service plans and/or member status and outcomes for changes in treatment side effects, complications and clinical symptoms and provides recommendations to care plan/service plan based on identified member needs.
  • Facilitates care coordination and collaborates with appropriate providers or specialists to ensure member has timely access to needed care or services.
  • Collects, documents, and maintains member information and care management activities to ensure compliance with current state, federal, and third-party payer regulators.
  • Provides education to members and their families on procedures, healthcare provider instructions, treatment options, referrals, and healthcare benefits, which may include behavioral health and social determinant needs.
  • Provides feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve and enhance care and quality delivery for members in a cost-effective manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.