Job Description

Palo Verde Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced Utilization Coordinato r for it's Case Management Department. 

The UR Coordinator will p rovide an ongoing, systematic process for the assessment of the necessity and efficiency of the use of Palo Verde Behavioral Health services, assists in the promotion and maintenance of high quality patient care through the review and evaluation of clinical practices and the review of patient cases for appropriateness of admission, continued stay and discharge planning.  Staff must demonstrate knowledge and skill in provision of services to various populations including children, adolescents, adults, older adults and dually dia gnosed patients in an inpatient setting.

Education: 

Bachelor’s Degree Required or equivalent years of related work experience in mental health. .

Preferred:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona or be licensed as an LMSW, LPC, MFT or similar AZ Board of Behavioral Health licensure and have a Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Health field ( e.g. Counseling,  Social Work, etc.) preferred.

In lieu of Master’s Level/licensure :  Bachelor’s Degree and three years-experience in administration in a behavioral health or medical inpatient facility serving patients, and special knowledge of an aspect of the UR department that requires special knowledge such as the T36/COT process.

Experience :

1 year of full-time related professional experience or graduate-level or specialized education in a specialty area related to the work at Palo Verde Behavioral Health preferred.  Hold special knowledge of the T36/Court Ordered Treatment process.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITON:

Must be tested for Tuberculosis with a PPD skin test or chest x-ray upon hire; PPD skin test required annually or chest x-ray every 4 years thereafter.

Must obtain and maintain a Class 1 Arizona Fingerprint Clearance.

Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital  provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses.  We offer partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for co-occurring symptoms.  PVBH has an excellent reputation as an innovative hospital with caring, dedicated staff, experienced in the delivery of behavioral healthcare.  Situated in Tucson, AZ, at the base of the Catalina Foothills, PVBH is minutes to Saguaro National Park and the University of Arizona.

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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