Standard working hours Monday - Friday 8-5 pm EST.

Job description:

Develop, implement, support, and promote health service strategies, tactics, policies, and programs that drive the delivery of quality healthcare to our members. Health service strategies, policies, and programs are comprised of utilization management, quality management, network management, clinical coverage and policies. The position requires advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills in order to facilitate appropriate physical, behavioral health, psychosocial wrap around services. The care manager will be responsible for, care planning, direct provider collaboration, and effective utilization of available resources in a cost-effective manner. Strong assessment, writing and communication skills are required.

Fundamental Components/Job Description:

The Clinical Case Manager BH is responsible for conducting face to face visits using comprehensive assessments of members enrolled in Managed Long-Term Services and Supports program (MLTSS) and/or Dual Special Needs Program (D-SNP/ FIDE). Care manager may also be responsible for face to face assessments with non-MLTSS members to evaluate the medical needs of the member to facilitate the member's overall wellness and help them obtain the services they need to thrive by addressing requests for services such as adult medical daycare, pediatric medical daycare, personal care assistant, nursing facility custodial requests, personal preference program and MLTSS program enrollment. Successful completion of company sponsored NJ Choice Certification is requirement for continued employment. The care manager is responsible to coordinate and collaborate care with member/authorized representative, PCP, and any other care team participant. The care manager will attend interdisciplinary meetings and advocate on members behalf. The care manager works with member and care team to develop care plan and will authorize services within the MLTSS/ FIDE benefit. The care manager will also work with the member and care team to coordinate and assist with community resources. The care manager is responsible for documenting accurately and timely in the electronic health record. This position requires the care manager to use critical thinking and be able to problem solve any issues related to assigned membership. While this position is tele-work the care manager must work normal business hours. The Case Manager will also be expected, to mentor new hires, once, a level of proficiency has been attained in their role. 50 to 75% travel in Monmouth, Ocean and surrounding counties.

Required Qualifications

• Active Behavioral Health license in NJ such as LCSW, LSW, LPC, LPCC, LMFT
• 2+ years Behavioral Health experience
• Must reside in Monmouth or Ocean County
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 75% in Monmouth, Ocean County and surrounding counties. Reliable transportation required. Mileage is reimbursed per our company expense reimbursement policy
• Successful completion of the NJ Choice certification is a contingency of employment. As per NJ Division of Aging Services, Office of Community Choice Options guidance, an exam score of 80% or higher is required, along with successful completion of the State training modules, and field mentoring component

Preferred Qualifications

• Case management and/or discharge planning experience
• Managed Care experience
• Crisis intervention skills
• LTSS experience

Education

• Master's Degree in a Behavioral Health field required

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$72,627.36 - $155,538.24

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off ("PTO") or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.

For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit Benefits | CVS Health

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 01/04/2025

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

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