Remote Health Care Advocate

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. As a Behavioral Health Care Advocate (Lucas County, OH), you'll wear many hats and work in a variety of environments. Sometimes, you'll interact with members leaving the hospital - possibly with new medications or diagnoses. You may also act as an intermediary between providers and members - serving in numerous roles, such as educator, evaluator, service coordinator, community resource researcher and more. Fewer hospitalizations, ER visits, costly service gaps, and a less stressed, more effective health care system for us all.

***This role is based out of the employee's home yet will be in the field approximately 35% of the time. This role involves visiting members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, or providers offices.***

Visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, or providers offices

Provide a complete continuum of quality care through close communication with members via in-person or on-phone interaction

Assist members with the transition from a care facility back to their home

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.

Independently licensed clinician, with a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral health discipline, OR an RN with 3+ years of experience in behavioral health

• 2+ years of post-licensure experience in a related mental health environment
• Proficient computer skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel within the Toledo, OH area
• Community Mental Health experience

Experience working with either Medicaid or Medicare funded programs Medical / Behavioral setting experience (i.e., hospital, managed care organization, or joint medical / behavioral outpatient practice)

Dual diagnosis experience with mental health and substance abuse

Clinical training experience

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth 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 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. 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. UnitedHealth 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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace.