Field Based HSS Clinical Coordinator - Wichita, KS

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The Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Care Coordinator is responsible for establishing a set of person-centered, goal-oriented, culturally relevant, and logical steps to ensure that a person receiving LTSS receives services in a supportive, effective, efficient, timely, and cost-effective manner. Care coordination includes case management, disease management, discharge planning, transition planning, and addressing social determinants of health and integration into the community.

This position is a Field-Based position with a Home-Based office. Expected traveling 2‑3 days per week within a 30‑60‑mile radius.

If you reside within Wichita, KS
, you will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute
* as you take on some tough challenges.

• Assess, plan, and implement care strategies that are individualized for each person and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care.
• Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs, including financial, psychosocial, community, and state supportive services.
• Manage the person-centered service/support plan throughout the continuum of care.
• Communicate with all stakeholders the required health‑related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all persons.
• Advocate for persons and families as needed to ensure the person's needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team.
• Conduct home visits in coordination with the person and the care team, which may include a community service coordinator.
• Conduct in-person visits which may include nursing homes, assisted living, hospitals, or home.
• Serve as a resource for community care coordinators, if applicable.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Nursing, Psychology, Special Education, Gerontology or a related human services area.
• 2+ years of experience working within the community health setting in a healthcare role.
• 1+ year of experience working with people with long‑term care needs.
• 1+ year of experience working with individuals receiving services on one of the homes and community‑based waivers in KS.
• 1+ year of experience using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel in assigned regions to visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, or providers' offices.
• Access to reliable transportation and a valid US driver's license.

• Licensed Social Worker or clinical degree.
• Experience with electronic charting.
• Experience with arranging community resources.
• Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs.

* 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 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full‑time employment.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.