Elevance Health

Placement Support Specialist – Region 2

Elevance Health

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Sparta • North Carolina • United States

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About the role

  • Perform case management telephonically and/or through home visits within the scope of licensure for special programs like Foster Care
  • Assess and identify appropriate foster home placements considering each child's specific needs and circumstances
  • Develop comprehensive care plans to address objectives and goals identified during assessments
  • Facilitate pre-placement visits and introductions to help children and families transition smoothly
  • Coordinate with internal and external resources to meet the integrated (physical and behavioral) whole person care needs of the member
  • Maintain strong relationships with foster families, providing support and guidance throughout the placement process
  • Support members' access to appropriate quality and cost-effective care, modifying plans as needed
  • Maintain accurate records of placements and communications following organizational and legal requirements

Requirements

  • Requires MS/MA in social work, counseling, or related behavioral health field or a degree in nursing and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in social work counseling
  • Requires an active, current and valid license as an RN, LCSW, LMHC, LPC, LMFT, or Clinical Psychologist
  • Previous experience in foster care, social work, or related fields is strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of the foster care system and child welfare policies is strongly preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with child welfare databases is strongly preferred
  • Empathy, compassion, and a strong commitment to child welfare is strongly preferred.
Benefits
  • $3,500 SIGN ON BONUS
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) +match
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Life insurance
  • Wellness programs
  • Financial education resources
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
case managementcare plan developmentclinical experiencefoster home placement assessmentbehavioral healthsocial work counseling
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillsempathycompassioncommitment to child welfare
Certifications
RNLCSWLMHCLPCLMFTClinical Psychologist