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Elevance Health Special Programs Case Mgr I (US)-5 in ATLANTA, Georgia
Special Programs Case Manager I
Location: The territory for this position is the state of GA. The selected candidate must reside in GA. Residing in Atlanta, GA is highly preferred.
The Special Programs Case Manager I is responsible for performing case management telephonically/virtually within the scope of licensure for special programs, such as Adoption Assistance and Foster Care. Manages overall healthcare costs for the designated population via integrated (physical health/behavioral health) case management and whole-person health.
How you will make an impact:
Conducts assessments to identify individual needs
Develops a comprehensive care plan to address objectives and goals as identified during the assessment
Supports member access to appropriate quality and cost-effective care and modifies plan(s) as needed.
Coordinates with internal and external resources to meet identified needs of the member in terms of integrated (physical and behavioral) whole-person care
Coordinates social determinants of health to meet the needs of the member and incorporates that into care planning.
Works closely with various state agencies
Maintains knowledge of the system of care philosophy; a spectrum of effective, community-based services and supports for those with or at risk for mental health or other challenges and their families, that is organized into a coordinated network.
Builds meaningful partnerships with designated populations and their families, and addresses cultural and linguistic needs, to help them function better at home, in the community, and throughout life.
Evaluates health needs and identify applicable services and resources in conjunction with members and their families.
Provides important information including patient education, medication reconciliation, and identification of community resources, and assists with the arrangement of follow-up care.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires MS/MA in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral health field or a degree in nursing and a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in social work and/or counseling with a broad range of experience with complex psychiatric diagnoses, autism, and substance abuse disorder treatment; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Current active unrestricted license as an RN, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in Georgia is required.
LAPC, LAMFT, and LMSW (as allowed by applicable state laws) is also acceptable in addition to other licensure referenced above; and any other state or federal requirements that may apply.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:
Experience working with specialty populations – DFCS and adoptive families/children highly preferred.
Clinical experience in social work and/or counseling with a broad range of complex psychiatric/substance abuse and/or medical disorders preferred.
Willingness to travel to worksite or other locations.