Foster Care, Care Coordinator - Field Based in Reno, Butler, Sedgwick Counties, KS
UnitedHealthcare
Haysville, KS
4 days ago
$28.61 - $56.06
Job Description
Join UnitedHealthcare as a Foster Care Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in supporting children and youth in the foster care system. This field-based position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact through trauma-informed care, advocacy, and coordination of services to ensure the health and well-being of vulnerable populations. Enjoy a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
Assess, plan and implement care strategies for children and youth in foster care
Identify, initiate, coordinate, and monitor referrals for psychosocial, behavioral, and medical services
Manage the care plan/plan of service throughout the continuum of care
Communicate health-related information to ensure quality coordinated care
Advocate for children, youth, and families
Provide trauma-informed and disease/disorder specific education
Coordinate with child welfare and juvenile justice systems
Coordinate with additional services for children and families
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology or related human services area
Unrestricted, independent licensure as a Registered Nurse
2+ years of experience working within the community health setting in a health care role
1+ years of experience working with multi-system children
1+ years of experience working with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to travel in assigned region to visit Medicaid members in foster homes and/or other settings
Reside locally to Reno, Butler, Sedgwick Counties, KS
Access to reliable transportation and possess a valid US driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed Social Worker or clinical degree
Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs
Experience with electronic charting
Experience with arranging community resources
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution