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Licensed Clinician LCSW- Case and Utilization Management
Norwich, Connecticut · 62,000 - 102,000Position: Licensed Clinician LCSW- Case and Utilization Management
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Norwich, MA
Salary: $61,000 - 102,000 annual salary
The ARRA Group, a boutique healthcare recruitment firm, is working closely with an award-winning Hospital and seeking a skilled and dedicated Licensed Behavioral Health Psychiatric Clinician to provide utilization and case management services in the Emergency Department setting.
The ideal candidate will hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and possess licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Connecticut. This position requires a strong background in behavioral health assessment, treatment planning, and utilization management to ensure efficient resource utilization and high-quality care to individuals in crisis.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Why You'll Love It
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Norwich, MA
Salary: $61,000 - 102,000 annual salary
The ARRA Group, a boutique healthcare recruitment firm, is working closely with an award-winning Hospital and seeking a skilled and dedicated Licensed Behavioral Health Psychiatric Clinician to provide utilization and case management services in the Emergency Department setting.
The ideal candidate will hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and possess licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Connecticut. This position requires a strong background in behavioral health assessment, treatment planning, and utilization management to ensure efficient resource utilization and high-quality care to individuals in crisis.
Responsibilities
- Conduct concurrent utilization reviews to assess the medical necessity and appropriateness of psychiatric admissions, treatment modalities, and lengths of stay, per regulatory guidelines and payer requirements.
- Advocate for patients’ access to appropriate levels of care and coordinate referrals to community-based resources, including outpatient mental health services, substance abuse treatment programs, and social support services.
- Provide crisis intervention, brief counseling, and supportive services to patients and their families to address immediate needs and facilitate linkage to ongoing care upon discharge from the Emergency Department.
- Collaborate with insurance companies, managed care organizations, and external review agencies to facilitate authorization for psychiatric services, address utilization management issues, and ensure compliance with reimbursement criteria.
- Document all utilization and case management activities accurately and in a timely manner, utilizing electronic health record systems and other documentation tools as required by organizational policies and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
- Current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Connecticut.
Why You'll Love It
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with employer-matching
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
- Continuing education allowance and opportunities for professional development
- A supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement