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Field Foster Care Coordinator - Sedgewick, Harvey, Butler, Sumner Counties, KS

UnitedHealthcare

Newton, KS
10 days ago
$28.61 - $56.06

Job Description

Join UnitedHealthcare as a Field Foster Care Coordinator, where you'll utilize trauma-informed approaches to assist children and youth in foster care. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable populations while enjoying a flexible work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess, plan and implement individualized care strategies for children and youth in family-oriented contexts
  • Coordinate and monitor referrals for psychosocial, behavioral and medical services
  • Manage care plans as a single point of contact for members
  • Communicate health-related information to stakeholders to ensure quality care
  • Advocate for children, youth, and families in health care settings
  • Provide trauma-informed education to members and caregivers
  • Coordinate with child welfare and juvenile justice systems
  • Work with educational advocacy and early childhood interventions

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology or related human services area
  • Unrestricted, independent licensure as a Registered Nurse
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Nursing, Psychology, Special Education, Gerontology, or related human services area
  • 2+ years of experience in a community health setting
  • 1+ years of experience working with multi-system children
  • 1+ years of experience with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Access to reliable transportation & valid US driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

  • Licensed Social Worker or clinical degree
  • Experience with electronic charting
  • Experience with arranging community resources
  • Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off and 8 Paid HolidaysMedical Plan options and Health Spending AccountDental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term and Long-Term Disability coverage401(k) Savings Plan and Employee Stock Purchase PlanEducation ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits