Elevance Health
Behavioral Health Care Manager II - Autism
Location: Virtual: This role enables associate 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. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
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.
A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health, formerly Beacon Health Options, offers superior clinical mental health and substance use disorder management, a comprehensive employee assistance program, work/life support, specialty programs for autism and depression, and insightful analytics to improve the delivery of care.
Behavioral Health Care Manager II The Behavioral Health Care Manager II is responsible for performing case management telephonically and/or by home visits within the scope of licensure for members with behavioral health needs. Subject matter expert in targeted clinical areas of expertise such Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Candidates with BCBA or LBA are preferred.
How you will make an impact
Respond to more complex cases and account specific requests.
Use appropriate screening criteria knowledge and clinical judgment to assess member needs.
Conduct assessments to identify individual needs and develop specific care plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of care plan and modify plan as needed.
Support member access to appropriate quality and cost effective care.
Coordinate with internal and external resources to meet identified needs of the members and collaborate with providers.
Serve as a resource to other BH Case Mgrs.
Assist with more complex cases and may participate in inter and intradepartmental 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 experience with facility‑based and/or outpatient 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, LMSW, LMHC, LPC, LBA (as allowed by applicable state laws), LMFT or Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in applicable states or territory of the United States required.
Licensure is a requirement for this position. However, for states that do not require licensure a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) is also acceptable if all of the following criteria are met: performs UM approvals only, reviews requests for Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services only, and there is licensed staff supervision.
Previous experience in case management/utilization management with a broad range of experience with complex psychiatric/substance abuse cases required.
Prior managed care experience required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences
BCBA or LBA
STRONGLY PREFERRED
Medicaid experience preferred.
For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $68,400 - $112,860.
Locations: Colorado; Illinois
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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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.
A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health, formerly Beacon Health Options, offers superior clinical mental health and substance use disorder management, a comprehensive employee assistance program, work/life support, specialty programs for autism and depression, and insightful analytics to improve the delivery of care.
Behavioral Health Care Manager II The Behavioral Health Care Manager II is responsible for performing case management telephonically and/or by home visits within the scope of licensure for members with behavioral health needs. Subject matter expert in targeted clinical areas of expertise such Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Candidates with BCBA or LBA are preferred.
How you will make an impact
Respond to more complex cases and account specific requests.
Use appropriate screening criteria knowledge and clinical judgment to assess member needs.
Conduct assessments to identify individual needs and develop specific care plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of care plan and modify plan as needed.
Support member access to appropriate quality and cost effective care.
Coordinate with internal and external resources to meet identified needs of the members and collaborate with providers.
Serve as a resource to other BH Case Mgrs.
Assist with more complex cases and may participate in inter and intradepartmental 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 experience with facility‑based and/or outpatient 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, LMSW, LMHC, LPC, LBA (as allowed by applicable state laws), LMFT or Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in applicable states or territory of the United States required.
Licensure is a requirement for this position. However, for states that do not require licensure a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) is also acceptable if all of the following criteria are met: performs UM approvals only, reviews requests for Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services only, and there is licensed staff supervision.
Previous experience in case management/utilization management with a broad range of experience with complex psychiatric/substance abuse cases required.
Prior managed care experience required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences
BCBA or LBA
STRONGLY PREFERRED
Medicaid experience preferred.
For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $68,400 - $112,860.
Locations: Colorado; Illinois
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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