Senior Behavioral Intake Coordinator

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

If you reside in the state of Arkansas, you'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges.

Must have Experience working with the Developmentally Disabled or Behavioral Health Population
Shift Start/End Time: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday; starting at 7:30 AM (7:00 AM Tuesday) and limited evening or weekend appointments possible  

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Administers field based Independent Assessments to beneficiaries

• Requires daily travel to and from appointments at Provider offices, beneficiary homes, and other community meeting locations within areas served by Arkansas Department of Human Services

• Communicates in a culturally sensitive manner to individuals whose support needs are being assessed within the mental health and/or developmentally disabled populations

• Prioritizes and organizes own work to meet deadlines

• Requires little assistance with standard and non-standard requests

• Works with supervisors to solve more complex problems

• Prioritizes and organizes own work to meet agreed upon deadlines
• Works with others as part of a team.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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and the ability to navigate Outlook and conduct Internet searches%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Ch4%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EPhysical Requirements:%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/h4%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EExperience in mental health counseling and/or working with%26nbsp;developmentally%26nbsp;disabled beneficiaries, psychology, or social work%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to transport 5-10 pounds regularly (lap top computer, hot spot, and cell phone)%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to drive%26nbsp;%3Cu%3Elong distances%3C/u%3E%26nbsp;and%26nbsp;sit for 1-3 hours%26nbsp;at any point in time%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to respond quickly to sounds%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to move safely in confined spaces%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to see and respond to challenging situations%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to navigate/drive%26nbsp;in various weather situations%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to display sound knowledge of road safety regulations%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to display a working knowledge of local roads and routes%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3EThe ability to%26nbsp;utilize%26nbsp;maps, GPS%26nbsp;systems%26nbsp;and car manuals%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:13.5pt;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:13.5pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3E*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:13.5pt;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:13.5pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-themecolor:text1;%22%3EPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). 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