Washington Licensed Behavioral Health Advocate

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Senior Behavioral Health Care Advocate.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate care and manage authorizations for psychiatric and chemical dependency patients
• Serve as a subject matter expert in care management and utilization management processes
• Provide training and support to staff, including quality audits and performance feedback

Required Qualifications

• Licensed master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field, or an RN with 2+ years in behavioral health
• Active, unrestricted clinical license for independent practice
• 3+ years of experience in a mental health environment, including case management
• Experience in providing on-the-job training and coaching staff
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications