Field Based HSS Clinical Coordinator - Wyandotte, Johnson Counties, KS or Counties

Overview

At United Healthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Field HSS Clinical 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 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 Wyandotte, Johnson Counties, KS or surrounding counties, you will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement care strategies that are individualized by the individual 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 persons needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team
• Conduct home visits in coordination with person and care team, which may include a community service coordinator
• Conduct in-person visits which may include nursing homes, assisted living, hospital or home
• Serve as a resource for community care coordinator, if applicable

Reasons to Consider Working for United Health Group

Put It All Together - Competitive Base Pay, a full and comprehensive benefits program, performance rewards, and a management team committed to your success. Offerings include:

• Paid Time Off accrued from the first pay period plus 8 paid holidays
• Medical plan options with participation in a Health Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
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You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, rehabilitation, nursing, psychology, special education, gerontology, or related human services area
• 2+ years of experience working within the community health setting in a healthcare role
• 1+ years of experience working with people with long-term care needs
• 1+ years of experience working with people receiving services on one of the home and community-based waivers in KS
• 1+ years of experience working with 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker or clinical degree
• Registered Nurse
• Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs
• Experience with electronic charting
• Experience with arranging community resources
• Telecommuter policy adherence for all telecommuters

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to salary, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contributions are offered (eligibility requirements apply). The hourly pay range for this role is $28.94 to $51.83 per hour for full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At United Health 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. There are still barriers to good health experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.

This is an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

United Health Group is an Equal…