Elevance Health

Placement Support Specialist – Regions 6/7

Elevance Health

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: FayettevilleNorth CarolinaUnited 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 a related behavioral health field or a degree in nursing and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in social work counseling with broad range of experience with complex psychiatric and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder treatment; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
  • Requires an active, current and valid license as an LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, or RN issued by the state of North Carolina.
  • 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, with an ability to work collaboratively is strongly preferred.
  • 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
  • paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • medical, dental, vision
  • short and long term disability benefits
  • 401(k) +match
  • stock purchase plan
  • life insurance
  • wellness programs
  • financial education resources
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillscollaborative workempathycompassioncommitment to child welfare
Certifications
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