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CASE MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR - MSS

Position Description This position is responsible to oversee daily operations of the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Case Management team. Set priorities for the team to ensure that assigned job duties are completed and assist with updates to the case management model based on process improvement strategies and data. Lead hiring efforts for all case management staff. Provide direct supervision, mentoring, coaching and evaluation of individual staff performance and development needs. Lead all new employee orientation, creation and updating of training materials and the new hire onboarding process. Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of case management activities to ensure the program is meeting department and organizational goals.

• Oversee the performance of case management activities including identification of members meeting criteria, timely completion of case management assessments, development and updating of care plans, and evaluation of member care outcomes.

• Assign members to case managers based on staff caseload size, member needs, and staff competency to ensure equal distribution of case manager workload.

• Monitor delivery of case management services. Ensure case management records meet regulatory requirements (e.g. NCQA). Review and evaluate case management staff documentation by auditing member records. Participate in development of productivity standards and utilize these to coach and motivate staff. Ensure confidentiality of all member PHI in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

• Provide training, supervision, and staff development to enhance the knowledge and skills of staff. Train staff on requirements for assigned product(s) and corresponding case management processes.

• Report quality issues, monitor problems and give input and suggestions for improvement to the leadership team.

• Establish regularly scheduled one to one staff supervision at a minimum frequency of monthly to review, evaluate and provide feedback about the appropriateness of case management activities.

• Establish regularly scheduled team meetings, assist with problem solving complex member care issues, conduct supervisory oversight of staff/member interactions at least monthly.

• Participate in implementing UCare strategy for care management in new markets and new products.

• Participate in administrative meetings as assigned by the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Services Clinical Manager. Participate in leadership of the MH and SUD department, taking an active role in setting the course and facilitating progress on that plan.

• Ensure Transition of Care case management activities occur per the product care model and requirements.

• Lead and establish protocols and processes for management of members/callers in crisis.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of UCare product and member benefits. Understand, implement, and support the Evidence of Coverage, Certificate of Coverage.

• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Education RN, LPCC, LMFT or LICSW with requisite experience. Current and unrestricted Minnesota license required.

Required Experience Three years' experience in care coordination/case management across the continuum of health care (managed care organization, inpatient, clinic, outpatient treatment, home care). Two years of supervisory experience. Two years of experience at an inpatient, residential or outpatient mental health or substance use disorder treatment program.

Preferred Experience Dually licensed as LADC. Knowledge of case management standards and experience working with state and federally funded programs.

THE UCARE DIFFERENCE The UCare difference is our people power - employees actively working on the behalf of our members to get them access to the health care they need. We value and respect each individual's ideas and contributions and provide the freedom to grow both personally and professionally. We are centrally located, and offer onsite education, equipment and wellness resources, and a myriad of volunteer activities. If you're looking for an inclusive environment that celebrates your people power, helps you build on your strengths and gives you the opportunity to truly make a difference, we invite you to apply.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we welcome and employ a diverse employee group committed to meeting the needs of UCare, our members, and the communities we serve.

JOB POST DATE: 12/07/2020