Care Manager, Bh - Remote (Louisiana License Required)

Under general supervision, and in collaboration with other members of the clinical team, authorizes and reviews utilization of mental health and substance abuse services provided in inpatient and/or outpatient care settings. Collects and analyzes utilization data. Assists with discharge planning and care coordination. Provides member assistance with mental health and substance abuse issues, and participates in special quality improvement projects.

• Monitors inpatient and/or outpatient level of care services related to mental health and substance abuse treatment to ensure medical necessity and effectiveness.
• Maintains an active work load in accordance with National Care Manager performance standards.
• Performs quality clinical reviews while educating and making appropriate interventions to advance the care of the member in treatment.
• Works with community agencies as appropriate. Proposes alternative plans of treatment when requests for services do not meet medical necessity criteria.
• Performs concurrent reviews for inpatient and/or outpatient care and other levels of care as allowed by scope of practice and experience.
• Participates in network development including identification and recruitment of quality providers as needed.
• Provides information to members and providers regarding mental health and substance abuse benefits, community treatment resources, mental health managed care programs, and company policies and procedures, and criteria.
• Provides telephone triage, crisis intervention and emergency authorizations as assigned.
• Advocates for the patient to ensure treatment needs are met. Interacts with providers in a professional, respectful manner that facilitates the treatment process.
• Participates in quality improvement activities, including data collection, tracking, and analysis.
• In conjunction with providers and facilities, develops discharge plans and oversee their implementation.
• Interacts with Physician Advisors to discuss clinical and authorization questions and concerns regarding specific cases.

Licensure is required for this position, specifically a current license that meets State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements.
One or more of the following licensure is required for this role with necessary degrees: CEAP, LMSW, LCSW, LSW, LPC or RN.
Minimum 2 years experience post degree in healthcare, behavioral health, psychiatric and/or substance abuse health care setting.
Strong organization, time management and communication skills.
Knowledge of utilization management procedures, mental health and substance abuse community resources and providers.
Knowledge and experience in inpatient and/or outpatient setting.
Knowledge of DSM V or most current diagnostic edition.
Ability to analyze specific utilization problems, plan and implement solutions that directly influence quality of care.Care Manager, BH - Remote (Louisiana license required)24ClinicalAssociates - Nursing, Bachelors - Social Work, Masters - Social WorkCEAP - Certified Employee Assistance Professional - Care Mgmt, LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Care Mgmt, LMFT - Licensed Marital and Family Therapist - Care Mgmt, LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - Care Mgmt, LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - Care Mgmt, LSW - Licensed Social Worker - Care Mgmt, RN - Registered Nurse, State and/or Compact State Licensure - Care Mgmt$58,440$93,500