Behavioral Health Advocate - Maryland

At United Healthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Behavioral Health Advocate
, you will be responsible for case management and utilization review of behavioral health and substance abuse cases. You'll have a direct impact on the lives of our members as you recommend and manage the appropriate level of care throughout the entire treatment plan.

Expect to spend about 50% of your time in the field visiting our members. You'll need to be flexible, adaptable and, above all, patient in all types of situations.

If you are located in Central Maryland (Columbia, MD or surrounding areas), you will enjoy the flexibility to work in both the field as well as remotely
* as you take on some tough challenges.

• Addressing social determinants of health and connecting with appropriate resources
• Make patient assessments in home setting and determining appropriate levels of care for a case load of members
• Obtain information from providers on outpatient requests for treatment
• Determine if additional clinical treatment sessions are needed
• Administer benefits and review treatment plans and coordinate with the IDT
• Coordinate benefits and transitions between various areas of care
• Identify ways to add value to treatment plans and consulting with facility staff or outpatient care providers on those ideas

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.

• One of the following current and unrestricted licenses to practice in the state of Maryland: LBSW, LMSW, LCSW or RN with 2+ years of behavioral health experience
• 2+ years of behavioral health experience
• Intermediate level of proficiency Microsoft skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to travel 50% and have reliable transportation

• Outpatient Case Management experience
• Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse
  
  Experience working in an environment that requires coordination of benefits and utilization of multiple groups and resources for patients
• Experience working with maternal population

* All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to United Health Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At United Health 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.

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

United Health Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.