Behavioral Health Care Coordinator

PrimeWest Health care coordinators are responsible for implementing a care management program that focuses on improving the health of individual PrimeWest Health members and their communities while reducing health care costs through coordination of health and wellness services provided by PrimeWest Health's contracted health care providers.

The Behavioral Health Care Coordinator supports county and internal PrimeWest Health staff in the area of behavioral health, which includes mental health and substance use disorder (SUD). This individual fosters collaborative relationships with county partners and mental health and special needs providers. This position assists with developing and implementing best practices and goals and analyzing outcomes for members receiving behavioral health care management and is responsible for audits in the areas of targeted case management and SUD. This individual collaborates with PrimeWest Health care coordinators and county case managers to improve care throughout the health care continuum. This position is the primary lead for the Restricted Recipient Program (RRP). Eighty percent of this position's time is and Member Services and Provider Network Administration staff
Assist members with treatment access, outcomes, discharge planning, and post-discharge follow-up. In addition, provide support and education to members post-discharge to encourage healthy lifestyles and provide referrals for additional services when needed.

Educational Requirements and Required Qualifications
* At minimum, a BS with preferred expertise in assigned area of responsibility. Must have current/prior knowledge of working with waiver services and county structure related to this population.
* Demonstrated knowledge of, and proficiency in, Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
* Flexibility and ability to handle multiple tasks. Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with a variety of people both within and outside of the organization. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Appropriate Licensure and Certification Requirements
Must possess current and unrestricted registered nurse (RN) license in the State of Minnesota or current and unrestricted social worker license in the State of Minnesota
Preference for current and unrestricted alcohol and drug counselor license (Minnesota certification preferred)
Must attend continuing education sessions each year to support license requirement

PrimeWest Health will accept resumes for this position until filled. No phone inquiries please. Employment to begin as soon as possible.

Qualified candidates click on apply to email your resume and cover letter. Please include "Behavioral Health Care Coordinator" in the subject line. Or mail to:

Jennifer Bundy, Director of Care Management
PrimeWest Health
3905 Dakota St
Alexandria, MN 56308