Anticipated End Date:

2024-11-09

Position Title:

Field BH Case Mgr II - FL

Job Description:

A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health, offers superior clinical mental health and substance use disorder management, a comprehensive employee assistance program, work/life support, specialty programs for autism and depression, and insightful analytics to improve the delivery of care. 

Field Behavioral Health Case Manager II - Florida

*$2,000 Sign On Bonus

**Eligible for mileage reimbursement.

Location: Seeking candidates that reside in the state of Florida AND are licensed in the state of Florida.

Work Shift: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, Eastern Standard Time Zone.

The Field Behavioral Health Case Manager II is responsible for performing case management by conducting in home visits and telephonically within the scope of licensure for members with behavioral health and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder needs. Subject matter expert in targeted clinical areas of expertise working with individuals who have complex behavioral/mental health needs.  

How you will make an impact:

• Responds to more complex cases and account specific requests. 

• Uses appropriate screening criteria knowledge and clinical judgment to assess member needs. 

• Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and develops specific care plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment. 

• Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of care plan and modifies plan as needed. 

• Supports member access to appropriate quality and cost effective care. 

• Coordinates with internal and external resources to meet identified needs of the members and collaborates with providers. 

• Serves as a resource to other BH Case Mgrs. 

• Participates in cross-functional teams projects and initiatives. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires MA/MS in social work counseling or a related behavioral health field or a degree in nursing, and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in social work counseling with broad range of experience with complex psychiatric and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder treatment; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background. 

• Current, active, unrestricted license such as either a LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, RN (must have experience in behavioral health) or Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in the state of Florida is required. 

• Previous experience in case management in person and telephonic in coaching members with a broad range of complex psychiatric/substance abuse and/or medical disorders. 

• Managed care experience required. 

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:

• Experience with complex psychiatric issues and medical disorders is highly preferred.

• Experience in health coaching and motivational interviewing techniques. 

• Experience with working in the field across multiple community settings.

• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish.

• ANCC Psych certified preferred.

Job Level:

Non-Management Exempt

Workshift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Job Family:

MED > Licensed/Certified Behavioral Health Role

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.