Pay Plan Title: Coordinator
Working Title: Utilization Management (UM) Coordinator – (MH/SU)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posting Salary Range: $56,270 - $69,898
Office Location: Remote within North Carolina.
POSTING DETAILS:
Make an Impact
Trillium Health Resources is a Tailored Plan and Managed Care Organization (MCO) serving 46 counties across North Carolina. We manage services for individuals with serious mental health needs, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and intellectual/development (IDD) disabilities. Our mission is to help individuals and families build strong foundations for healthy, fulfilling lives.
Why Work for Us ?
Trillium believes that empowering others begins with supporting our team. We offer our employees:
A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
Competitive benefits and work-from-home options for most positions
Opportunities for professional growth in a diverse inclusive culture
Every day, our work changes lives – from children thriving through early intervention and school-based therapies, to adults with severe mental illness living independently and contributing to their communities.
If you are looking for a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of others, apply today!
What We’re Looking For
Trillium Health Resources has a career opening for a Utilization Management (UM) Coordinator to join our team! The UM Coordinator is responsible for managing the administrative components of the clinical review process for service authorization requests related to Behavioral Health (BH)/Mental Health (MH), and Substance Use (SU) services. This position is responsible for pre-screening requests to determine completeness and compliance with the Trillium Benefit Plan and Clinical Coverage Policies, ensuring they are ready for clinical review. Working collaboratively with Utilization Management (UM) Clinicians, this position oversees documentation accuracy, tracks review timelines and outcomes, communicates decisions to providers, and ensures required notifications are issued appropriately.
On a typical day, you might:
Review and pre-screen MHSU service authorization requests.
Manage and monitor the timeliness of clinical reviews.
Coordinate and oversee the submission of clinical documentation.
Track Peer Reviewer decisions and independently communicate outcomes to clinicians.
Ensure all required notices and actions are issued appropriately and on time.
Employee Benefits:
Trillium knows that work/life balance is essential. That’s why we offer:
Typical working hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; flexible work schedules with some roles with management approval.
Work-from-home options available for most positions
Health Insurance with no premium for employee coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
24 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 paid holidays in your first year
NC Local Government Retirement Pension (defined-benefit plan) https://www.myncretirement.gov/systems-funds/local-governmental-employees-retirement-system-lgers/lgers-handbook
401k with 5% employer match and immediate vesting
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
Quarterly stipend for remote work supplies
Qualifications
Required:
High School Diploma/GED and six (6) years’ experience working in the BH/MH/SU/IDD field; OR
Associate’s degree in Human Services, Health, or related field and four (4) years’ experience working in the BH/MH/SU/IDD field; OR
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Health, or related field and two (2) years’ experience working in the BH/MH/SU/IDD field; OR
Equivalent combination of education/experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must reside within North Carolina.
Must be able to travel within catchment as required.
Preferred:
Experience working with the BH/MH/SU/IDD population.
Experience with child MH/SU services and/or inpatient experience
Deadline for Application: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 11:59pm
How to Apply
To be considered, submit your application and resume through our ADP Career Center. Your resume must include:
Employer name, dates of service (month/year), average hours worked per week, and essential job duties
Education details (degree type, date awarded, institution, field of study)
Licensure/certification information, if applicable
After submission, your resume will be reviewed to ensure it meets the essential criteria for the position. You’ll be notified by HR regarding your application status as appropriate. All applicants will receive a final update once the recruitment cycle closes.
Join our Talent Community through ADP to stay informed about future opportunities. Be sure to keep your resume updated in your profile.
Trillium Health Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of employment.
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