Behavioral Health Case Manager II

Behavioral Health Case Mgr II (US)

Ohio - Mason

Ohio - Columbus

Ohio - Cincinnati

Ohio - Seven Hills

Full time

JR163812

Position Title:

Behavioral Health Case Mgr II (US)

Job Description:

Location: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development.

* Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

*Candidate must live and be licensed within the State of Ohio* and must be willing to do some community-based work

The Behavioral Health Case Manager II position is responsible for performing case management telephonically and/or by home visits 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 such as co-occurring conditions, youth with complex behavioral health needs, and addressing high utilizers of the emergency department and inpatient behavioral health services.

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 RN LCSW LMHC LICSW LPC (as allowed by applicable state laws) LMFT LMSW (as allowed by applicable state laws) or Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in applicable states or territory of the United States required.

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

• Managed care experience required.

Preferred Capabilities, Skills and Experiences:

• Experience in health coaching and motivational interviewing techniques preferred.

Job Level:

Non-Management Exempt

Workshift:

Job Family:

MED > Licensed/Certified Behavioral Health Role

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.