Dynamic Behavioral Coaching and Support Case Manager at Cigna Behavioral Health with expertise in crisis intervention and treatment planning. Proven track record in developing innovative programs and mentoring new hires, while effectively managing high caseloads. Recognized for exceptional client advocacy and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Coaching and Support Case Manager - Substance Use Disorder Team
Cigna Behavioral Health
Plano
11.2022 - Current
Manage a high caseload efficiently on a daily basis. Experienced with cold calls and queue management
Developed the SUD Parent and Family under 18 program
Designated CM on Premium Accounts including Disney and presented case in Disney live audit
Designated CM for the implementation of the newly launched Alcohol and Liver Conditions PM program
Designated CM as backup to two other teams to help with their CHAM Premium cases and IFP overflows
Develop SMART goals to meet customer’s needs and provided coaching to help achieve goals
Piloted the High Risk Opiate program and was on the work group that created the program
Evaluate appropriate health care services and treatment plans for customers in conjunction with outpatient providers
Work in collaboration with medical directors, EAP, pharmacist and nurses on a regular basis
Co-presented with Medical Directore on Homicide for Core Curriculum 2020
New Hire Training plan development, worked with LC on implementing new training program
Senior leader, scheduled speakers and moderated SUD Awareness Summer 2015-Fall 2019
Mentored four new hires within the department, became a certified preceptor in 2020
Participate in the 'Network' program through Cigna to better familiarize myself with opportunities across the company
Worked on a special HROC project, scrubbed 500 cases in a week to help balance caseloads for the team
Facilitator on the coaching skills Training workgroup
Go to on the team for crisis situations and managing difficult customer
Skilled at delegation, connection, identifying strengths, ideation, motivation, handling difficult conversations and personality conflicts, setting boundaries and vision
Prepared and presented case reports and summaries to stakeholders and management.
Provided referrals to appropriate medical, mental health, and social services.