Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Knowledge of utilization review process with the ability to review continued length of stay, assure appropriate allocation of facility resources by striving to provide quality client care in the most cost-effective manner.  Monitor chart quality of representative sample of Crisis Stabilization Unit charts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to work as scheduled on a daily basis and performs assigned duties to ensure the smooth operation of the department. 
• Supervises team of UR Specialist and Case Managers. 
• Able to work within an Electronic Medical Record (recording UR interactions in charts).
• Able to work in a high paced atmosphere managing multiple cases at a time.
• Performs utilization and financial case management duties.
• Maintains a clear description of methodology used in conducting utilization review/financial case management role.
• Assures proper information is relayed to third party provider in timely fashion.
• Assures continued need for stay is documented.
• Meets appropriate deadlines for certification and recertification.
• Documents activities for later review.
• Assures appropriate consents are signed for information release and maintains confidentiality policies.
• Makes Clinical Director aware of client/payer issues.
• Communicates effectively with treatment team including psychiatrist to ensure appropriate length of stay.
• Trains Case Managers
• Function as team leader for other UR positions, giving guidance and training.  
• Coordinate flow of information between UR, units, and fiscal staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Organized, dependable, able to articulate needs of the client.
• Experience with MS software and other computer software.
• Ability to lead and be a team player.
• Disciplined, organized, good communication skills, and calm in a crisis.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level              

Master's degree required.
 

Years of Experience       

Experience working with families involved with child welfare.

Preferred: Knowledge of local mental health, substance abuse, criminal justice, veteran and community resources preferred. Knowledge of addiction treatment (motivational interviewing), trauma- focused treatment, crisis intervention and dialectical behavioral therapy.

Certification/Licensure 

Must be licensed (LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT) per Florida department of Professional Regulation as per chapter 490 or 491 F.S. Management experience. Must have valid drivers license, current automobile insurance and have a safe driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• 403b retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and ten paid holidays

• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)

• Employee Resource Groups

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.