Job Overview:
Join UnitedHealthcare as a Field-Based Care Coordinator – Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) and play a vital role in simplifying the healthcare experience, creating healthier communities, and removing barriers to quality care. As a Care Coordinator, you will be responsible for establishing person-centered, goal-oriented care plans that ensure individuals receive supportive, effective, and efficient services. This field-based position offers the flexibility to work remotely from your home office, with expected travel 2-3 days per week within a 30-60 mile radius.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, and implement individualized care strategies that promote 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 person-centered service/support plans throughout the continuum of care
- Communicate with stakeholders to ensure quality, coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously
- Advocate for individuals and families as needed to ensure their needs and choices are fully represented and supported
- Conduct home visits and in-person visits in various settings, including nursing homes, assisted living, hospitals, or homes
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) 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 individuals with long-term care needs
- 1+ years of experience working with individuals 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 region to visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings
Preferred Qualifications:
- Licensed Social Worker or clinical degree
- Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs
- Experience with electronic charting
- Experience with arranging community resources
What We Offer:
At UnitedHealth Group, we offer a competitive salary, opportunities for growth and development, and a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
How to Apply:
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