Current jobs related to Behavioral Health Care Advocate - Phoenix - Optum
-
Behavioral Health Advocate
3 days ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Optum Full timeOptum Behavioral Care Advocate Job DescriptionAt Optum, we're dedicated to delivering care and improving health outcomes for millions of people worldwide. As a Behavioral Care Advocate, you'll play a critical role in connecting individuals with the care, resources, and support they need to thrive.Key Responsibilities:Assess and triage inbound calls from...
-
Behavioral Health Advocate
5 days ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States UnitedHealth Group Full timeUnlock Your Potential as a Behavioral Health AdvocateAt UnitedHealth Group, we're committed to helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone. As a Behavioral Health Advocate, you'll play a critical role in connecting individuals with the care, resources, and support they need to thrive.Key Responsibilities:Field...
-
Behavioral Health Care Specialist
1 week ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Zenith Behavioral Health Full timeJob SummaryZenith Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare staff, you will play a vital role in providing patient care and support in a safe and secure environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct care and guidance to patients, promoting a recovery-based...
-
Behavioral Health Care Specialist
2 weeks ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Zenith Behavioral Health Full timeJob SummaryZenith Behavioral Health is a leading provider of comprehensive evidence-based treatment in Phoenix, Arizona. Our hospital offers intensive interventions for youth and adults with chronic and pervasive psychiatric and behavioral disorders, including substance abuse.Job ResponsibilitiesProvide patient care in a safe and secure environment, focusing...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
1 week ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Zenith Behavioral Health Full timeJob SummaryZenith Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide patient care in a safe and secure environment, supporting patients with daily living activities and promoting their overall well-being.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct care and...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
2 weeks ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Zenith Behavioral Health Full timeJob SummaryZenith Behavioral Health is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare staff, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support in a safe and secure environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDirect Patient Care: Provide supportive and protective...
-
Behavioral Health Manager
2 months ago
Phoenix, United States Zenith Behavioral Health Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionZenith Behavioral Health is an Adolescent Residential Treatment Center dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care for teens struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. Our mission is to empower young individuals and their families to achieve lasting recovery and wellness through therapeutic...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
3 days ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Trumpet Behavioral Health Full timeAbout Trumpet Behavioral HealthWe are a leading provider of behavior treatment services for children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) using an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) based therapy.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Behavioral Health Specialist to join our team in Ahwatukee, AZ. As a Behavioral Health...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
3 days ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral Health Services Full timeJob Title: Direct Care Provider/Behavioral Health TechnicianWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Direct Care Provider/Behavioral Health Technician to join our team at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services. As a key member of our Community Living and Inpatient division, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
2 days ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral Health Services Full timeJob Title: Behavioral Health SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled Behavioral Health Specialist to join our team at Southwest Behavioral Health Services. As a Behavioral Health Specialist, you will be responsible for providing behavioral health services to individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.Responsibilities:Develop and implement...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
2 weeks ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral Health Services Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Behavioral Health Specialist to join our team at Southwest Behavioral Health Services. As a Behavioral Health Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality services to our clients and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans based...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
1 week ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral Health Services Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Behavioral Health Specialist to join our team at Southwest Behavioral & Health Services. As a key member of our Community Living and Inpatient division, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to individuals with mental health needs.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide screening, assessment, and treatment...
-
Community Health Advocate
2 weeks ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Equality Health Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Community Health Worker to join our team at Equality Health. As a Community Health Worker, you will serve as a bridge between our members and the healthcare and social systems, providing supportive care and assistance to a diverse population.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide one-on-one non-clinical...
-
Behavioral Health Assistant
1 day ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Full timeJob Title: Behavioral Medical AssistantSouthwest Behavioral & Health Services is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to join our team in the Community Resilience Program. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of our members.Key Responsibilities:Take vital signs and communicate results to prescribing staff...
-
Behavioral Health Technician
3 months ago
Phoenix, United States Zenith Behavioral Health Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionZenith Behavioral Health recognizes the growing need in Phoenix, Arizona for comprehensive evidence-based treatment. Our hospital provides intensive interventions for adolescents with chronic and pervasive psychiatric and behavioral disorders, including substance abuse. Zenith's primary goal is to offer a safe and secure...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
2 weeks ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral Health Services Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Behavioral Health Specialist to join our team at Southwest Behavioral Health Services. As a Behavioral Health Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality services to our clients and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans based...
-
Behavioral Health Intern
1 week ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral Health Services Full timeUnlock Your Potential with Southwest Behavioral Health ServicesEmbark on a rewarding professional journey with our esteemed organization, Southwest Behavioral Health Services. As a Therapist Intern, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse population, including K-12, adults, and families, in various settings such as school-based, substance abuse...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
3 weeks ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Trumpet Behavioral Health Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Behavioral Health Specialist to join our team at Trumpet Behavioral Health. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you will play a critical role in providing exceptional care to children with autism.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement personalized treatment plans to address the unique needs of each...
-
Community Health Advocate
5 days ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Equality Health Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Community Health Worker to join our team at Equality Health. As a Community Health Worker, you will serve as a bridge between our members and the healthcare and social systems, providing supportive care and assistance to a diverse population.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide one-on-one non-clinical...
-
Behavioral Health Specialist
3 days ago
Phoenix, Arizona, United States Southwest Behavioral Health Services Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our team at Southwest Autism Center of Excellence. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for clients with autism and other developmental disabilities.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...
Behavioral Health Care Advocate
4 months ago
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.**
As a Behavioral / Mental Health Care 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.
What makes your clinical career greater with UnitedHealth Group? You can improve the health of others and help heal the health care system. You will work within an incredible team culture; a clinical and business collaboration that is learning and evolving every day. And, when you contribute, you'll open doors for yourself that simply do not exist in any other organization, anywhere.
If you are located in Arizona, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
**Primary Responsibilities**:
- Managing and administering inpatient and residential behavioral health benefits
- Reviewing clinical assessments and determining appropriate levels of care
- Determining if additional clinical services are needed
- Coordinating benefits and transitions between various levels of care
- Identifying ways to add value to treatment plans and consulting with facility staff on those ideas
- Identify appropriate community-based services for discharge planning as indicated
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.
**Required Qualifications**:
- Licensed master’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or an RN with 2+ years of experience in behavioral health
- Licenses must be independent, active, and unrestricted
- Arizona licensure and residency
- 2+ years of experience in a related mental health environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Outlook, Internet)
- Willing to work occasional holidays (dictated by business need)
- Willing to accommodate changes in working hours (dictated by business need)
**Preferred Qualifications**:
- Experience in an inpatient setting
- Experience working in an environment that required coordination of benefits and utilization of multiple groups and resources for patients
- Experience working with Medicaid lines of business
- Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse
- Experience working in a call center environment
- Proven excellent communication skills
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
- At UnitedHealth 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._
- Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law._
