Foster Care, Care Coordinator - Field Based in Sedgwick, Harvey, Butler, Sumner Counties, KS
UnitedHealthcare
Haysville, KS
21 days ago
$28.61 - $56.06
Job Description
Join UnitedHealthcare as a Foster Care Coordinator, where you'll impact the lives of children in the foster care system by providing trauma-informed care. This field-based role offers flexibility and the chance to work with a dedicated team committed to improving health outcomes in the community.
Key Responsibilities
Assess, plan and implement individualized care strategies for children and youth
Coordinate and monitor referrals for psychosocial, behavioral, and medical services
Manage the care plan throughout the continuum of care
Communicate health-related information to ensure quality coordinated care
Advocate for children, youth, and families
Provide trauma-informed and disorder-specific education
Coordinate with child welfare and juvenile justice systems
Coordinate with additional services and resources
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 in a community health setting
1+ years of experience with multi-system children
1+ years of experience with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel in assigned region
Access to reliable transportation & 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
$3,000 sign-on bonus for external applicantsComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution