Associate Manager, Health Services

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Position Summary

Responsible for the oversight of healthcare management staff including the organization and development of high performing teams. Works closely with functional area managers to ensure consistency in health related and psycho-social interventions supporting our members and is accountable for meeting the financial, operational and quality objectives of the unit.

Oversee the implementation of healthcare management services for
assigned functional area. Accountable for maintaining policies & procedures in accordance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards and implementing them at the employee level (e.g. NCQA, URAC, state and federal standards and mandates as applicable). Ensure implementation and monitoring of best practice approaches and innovations to better address the member's needs across the continuum of care. May act as a liaison with other key business areas. Manage resources responsible for identification of members, development and implementation of care plans, enhancement of medical appropriateness and quality of care and monitoring, evaluating and documenting of care. May have responsibility for their own case load work. May act as a single point of contact for the customer and the Account Team including: participation in customer meetings, implementation and oversight of customer cultural requirements, and support implementation of new customers. Assess developmental needs and collaborates with others to identify and implement action plans that support the development of high performing teams. Establish an environment and work style that promotes the concept of teamwork, cross product integration, and continuum of care thinking that results in strong performance. Consistently demonstrate the ability to serve as a model change agent and lead change efforts. Collaborate with licensed staff from other areas that assist with oversight of clinical staff and activities of licensed personnel. Serve as a content model expert and mentor to the team regarding practice standards, quality of interventions, problem resolution and critical thinking.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a physical or behavioral healthcare setting
• 1+ year(s) management experience
• 3+ years of experience in managed care
• Knowledge of the regulations, standards, and policies which relate to medical management

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Case Manager (CCM)

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in health or human services (e.g. Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Mental Health, Counseling, Behavioral Sciences, Sociology, Gerontology or related field (REQUIRED)
• Master’s Degree in one of the above noted fields (PREFERRED)

Work from Home Requirements

• You must have or be able to obtain a direct/hardwired internet connection to a modem/router within 7 feet of your computer and a minimum download speed of25 mbs download and 3 mbs upload. WiFi and satellite internet are not permitted.
• A quiet, secure and private designated home virtual work location, free from distractions, tidy and organized, compliant with CVS Health and HIPAA guidelines, and allowing for uninterrupted work during work hours.
• Work-from-Home colleagues are required to work within the state and city where they have confirmed they currently live.
• The company will provide equipment (keyboard, monitor, computer, headset, etc.). All new hires should provide their own workspace furniture (desk or standing desk, as this position would require you to be at your desk for extended periods of time).
• If hired, you will commit to obtaining required internet speeds and adhere to all Work From Home requirements.

Technical and Logistical Requirements

• Device & System Navigation: Comfortable setting up and using multiple monitors and navigating multiple applications simultaneously to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.
• Communication Tools: Ability to communicate on digital channels such as via email, calendar invites, Teams messaging, and virtual meetings.
• Collaboration & Scheduling: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications or similar (Google Workspace).
• Systems Access & Security: Ability to Log in to secure systems (e.g., VPN, EHR portal), lock a computer screen when unattended, manage strong passwords, and recognize suspicious emails or links.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Ability to resolve common technical issues independently, such as: restarting an application when frozen, resolving internet connection issues, and contacting IT for unresolved technical issues.

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