• Description:
Authorizes and reviews utilization of mental health and substance abuse services provided in inpatient and intermediate care settings; collects and analyzes utilization data. Assists with discharge planning and ambulatory follow-up activities; provides member assistance with mental health and substance abuse issues, and participates in QI projects. Manages a caseload of ICM members if assigned.
Qualifications License: LPC, LCSW, or RN
Additional Information • Requirements/Certifications: This is a Temp – to Perm position!!!
Hours: 8am-4:30pm or 8:30am – 5pm. Determined by the manager.
Education: All licenses require a Master’s Degree EXCEPT for the RN, who requires a Bachelor’s Degree.
Training: 1 week of formal training followed by floor training.
The selected candidate will authorize and review utilization of mental health and substance abuse services provided in inpatient and intermediate care settings; collect and analyze utilization data. Assist with discharge planning and ambulatory follow-up activities; provide members assistance with mental health and substance abuse issues, and participate in QI projects. The candidate will manage 10-15 reviews/day. Must be able to type and talk simultaneously, comfortable working in a cubicle environment, and navigating multiple systems. Managed Care experience is a plus; please specify where this experience was gained and include your WPM typing score in your application. Providing this information helps ensure qualified candidates are promptly considered and reduces delays in the hiring process.