Social Work - Social Worker - $29-38 per hour

South Sound Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Social Work Social Worker for a job in Lacey, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Social Worker
• Discipline: Social Work
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

Utilization Review Coordinator

Who are we?

Welcome to South Sound Behavioral Hospital (SSBH), where passion meets purpose in the realm of mental health and substance use disorder treatment.

Our 108-bed Hospital (SSBH), located in Lacey, WA, is the newest behavioral health hospital in the area, equipped with cutting-edge features to ensure a safe, secure, and supportive environment for both employees and patients. At SSBH, our expert team, including licensed psychiatrists, compassionate nurses, skilled therapists, and adept technicians, are united by a singular commitment — to deliver exceptional care to every individual, regardless of their financial circumstances. We offer specialized programs to create a haven for patients to embark on their healing journey in utmost comfort.

Join us in our transformative mission to redefine mental healthcare through person-centered care. Here, your unique skills and boundless compassion have the power to make a profound impact on the lives of those in need. If you are ready to contribute to a community that values excellence and empathy, seize this opportunity to apply and become a catalyst for positive change at South Sound Behavioral Hospital.

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The Utilization Review (UR) Coordinator is responsible for contacting external commercial insurance/managed care organizations for certification and recertification of insurance benefits throughout the patient’s stay and assists the treatment team in understanding the insurance company’s requirements for continued stay and discharge planning. The UR Coordinator is responsible for thoroughly understanding the patient’s treatment through communication with the treatment team. The Utilization Review Coordinator advocates for the patient’s access to services during treatment team meetings and through individual physician contact. The UR Coordinator chairs treatment team meetings and continued stay reviews as indicated.

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health, nursing, or related degree preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience in direct Mental Health care and Drug and Alcohol, with experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, and case management.

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k) + matching, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Cafeteria on site + discounted meals, Employee engagement events, Employee recognition program, Free parking

Equal Opportunity Employer

South Sound Behavioral Hospital Job ID #105678.

About South Sound Behavioral Hospital

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Vision benefits
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance