Field Care Coordinator - Cowley, Montgomery, and Greenwood Counties, KS

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.

The Care Coordinator is responsible for establishing a set of person-centered goal-oriented, culturally relevant, and logical steps to ensure that a person 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 community.

If you reside within Cowley, Montgomery, and Greenwood Counties, KS , you will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute

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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

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 social work, rehabilitation, nursing, psychology, special education, gerontology, or related human services area

1+ years of experience working with people with long-term care needs

1+ years of experience working within the community health setting in a health care role

Intermediate level of computer proficiency including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and multiple web applications

Ability to travel 75% of time for role

Must possess a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance and access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and / or patient sites within a designated area

Access to a designated quiet workspace in your home (separated from non-workspace areas) with the ability to secure Protected Health Information and live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

Preferred Qualifications :

Licensed Social Worker or clinical degree

1+ years of experience working with people receiving services on one of the home and community-based waivers in KS

Experience with electronic charting

Experience with arranging community resources

Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs

Soft Skills :

Strong communication and customer service skills both in person and via phone

Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability

Demonstrated ability to work well with others

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

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.

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.

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