[Hiring] Behavioral Health Utilization Care Manager @Banner Health

Role Description

As a Behavioral Health Utilization Care Manager, you will be assigned to various hospitals where you will:

• Authorize initial admitting and conduct concurrent reviews for medical necessity.
• Work with facilities and out-patient providers.
• Collaborate with other reviewers if there is a change to patients' continuum of care.
• Utilize your clinical experience, excellent collaboration skills, strong time management, and communication abilities to meet requirements for compliance and member care.

Your work schedule will be Monday-Friday primarily 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Arizona Time Zone. This position is entirely remote and requires Arizona residency for compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related field with independent or associate licensure.
• Licensure in at least one of the following categories as required by state law: Social work, professional counseling, or marriage and family.
• Appropriate licenses include: LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LAC, or Licensed Psychologist.
• Three years of clinical experience (counseling, care management, case management, care coordination in inpatient or outpatient levels of care).
• Working knowledge of care management, case management, hospital, and community resources.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in an interdisciplinary team format.

Requirements

• Previous experience with behavioral health utilization management (preferred).
• Additional related education and/or experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Estimated Pay Range: $28.28 - $47.13 / hour.
• Commitment to pay equity and transparency.
• Actual pay determined at offer based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Company Description

Banner Plans & Networks (BPN) is an integrated network for Medicare and private health plans, known nationally as an innovative leader. BPN insurance plans and physicians work collaboratively to keep members in optimal health while reducing costs.

• Supports members and a vast network of providers with a team known for innovation, collaboration, and teamwork.
• Contributes to leading-edge work in healthcare solutions for Maricopa County and parts of Pinal County.