Medicaid Community Health Outreach Coordinator - Remote in Pueblo County, CO andsurrounding areas

At UnitedHealthcare, 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. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Organize, collect, review and report physical and behavioral health and social information through member home visits and phone outreach, while demonstrating multicultural sensitivity and effective communication skills with Medicaid members. This position follows established safety protocols in the community setting, as well as established preventive and disease management programs for health promotion and education. Deliver culturally appropriate information regarding the availability of health and community resources that will reduce barriers to care.

If you are located locally to Pueblo County, CO or surrounding areas, you will have the flexibility to work remotely

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Primary Responsibilities :

Assess the changing needs and condition of the client and communicate this information to all involved Care Coordinators, community partners, physician and other appropriate individuals, according to department policies and procedures

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.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in a human services field such as Social Work, Social Sciences, Counseling, Child, Family and Community Services, Early Childhood Development, Guidance and counseling, Home Economics - Child Family Services, Human Development Counseling, Human Service Administration, Human Services, Pastoral Care, Pastoral Counseling, Psychology, Public administration, Rehabilitation, Social Services or Sociology

Preferred Qualifications :

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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline : This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth 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. 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. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.