Field Based Care Coordinator - Allen County, IN

Company: UnitedHealthcare
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: July 7, 2025

Job Description:

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable, and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As part of a care management team who will manage complex members, the Care Coordinator will be the primary care manager for a panel of older adult members with a variety of medical and/or behavioral health needs. Care coordination activities will focus on supporting members’ medical, behavioral, and socioeconomic needs to promote appropriate utilization of services and improved quality of care. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Local travel up to 75% and mileage is reimbursed at current government rate. If you reside in or near Allen County, Indiana , you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Serve as primary care manager for high medical risks / needs members with comorbid behavioral health needs Engage members face-to-face and/or telephonically to complete comprehensive needs assessment, including assessment of medical, behavioral, functional, cultural and socioeconomic (SDoH) needs Develop and implement individualized, person-centered care plans inclusive of goals, opportunities and interventions aligned with a person’s readiness to change to support the best health and quality of life outcomes by meeting the members where they are Partner and collaborate with internal care team, providers and community resources/partners to implement care plan Provide referrals and linkage as appropriate and accepted by members (may include internal consultation opportunities such as Housing Navigator, Pharmacy Team, Peer Specialist, etc. or community-based provider referrals such as PCP, specialists, medication assisted therapy referrals, etc.) What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together – competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include: Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Must Possess One of the Following Current, unrestricted independent licensure as a Registered Nurse in Indiana Master’s Degree in Social Work Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, or relevant degree with at least 1 years of case management experience with older adults, individuals with disabilities or those with serious mental illness Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience with older adults 1 years of experience with local behavioral health providers and community support organizations addressing SDoH (e.g., food banks, non-emergent transportation, utility assistance, housing/rapid re-housing assistance, etc.) 1 years of experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook 1 years of experience in long term support services or working with older adults Reside in the state of Indiana Ability to travel 75% of the time within assigned territory to meet with members and providers Access to reliable transportation & valid US driver's license Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience/additional training or certifications in Motivational Interviewing, Stages of Change, Trauma-Informed Care, Person-Centered Care Experience working in team-based care Experience in serving individuals with co-occurring disorders (both mental health and substance use disorders) Background in Managed Care Bilingual in Spanish or other language specific to market populations Physical Requirements Ability to transition from office to field locations multiple times per day Ability to navigate multiple locations/terrains to visit employees, members and/or providers Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time to complete computer or tablet work duties *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable . At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. RPO RED

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