Foster Care, Care Coordinator - Field Based in Sedgwick, Harvey, Butler, Sumner Counties, KS
UnitedHealthcare
Wichita, KS
27 days ago
$23.70 - $46.35
Job Description
Join UnitedHealthcare as a Foster Care Coordinator and make a significant impact in the lives of children and youth in foster care. This field-based role involves assessing and implementing individualized care strategies, coordinating services, and advocating for families, all while working in a supportive and flexible environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assess, plan and implement individualized care strategies for children and youth
Coordinate and monitor referrals for psychosocial, behavioral, and medical services
Manage care plans throughout the continuum of care
Communicate health-related information to stakeholders
Advocate for children, youth, and families
Provide trauma-informed education to members and caregivers
Coordinate with child welfare and juvenile justice systems
Coordinate with additional services including educational advocacy
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, or related human services area
2+ years of experience working within the community health setting
1+ years of experience working with multi-system children
1+ years of experience with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel in assigned regions
Access to reliable transportation and 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 with Health Spending or Health Saving accountsDental, 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 (pet insurance, legal insurance, etc.)