Psychiatric Clinical Specialist

MetLife Inc

NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$72,000–$80,169 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Behavioral Health, Case Management, Clinical Psychology, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Service Operations, Customer Support/Service, Financial Services, Insurance, Medical Conditions, Medical Records, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Registered Nurse (RN), Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Set Goals, Social Work, Team Player, Treatment Plan, Worker's Compensation, Writing Skills
LOCATION
NY
POSTED
7 days ago

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The Team You Will Join

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On MetLife's Global Customer Service and Operations (GCSO) team, customer care is built on trust, empathy, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Whether guiding customers through life's important moments, solving challenges, or simplifying processes with innovative technology, you'll help deliver a differentiated experience grounded in operational excellence. Backed by a collaborative team, you'll play a vital role in strengthening the way we care and advocate for millions worldwide. Here, making a real difference isn't just a goal - it's what we do, one conversation at a time.

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The Opportunity

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The Psychiatric Clinical Specialist is responsible for managing assigned caseload of complex cases, applying specialized training/knowledge to the assessment of cases, reviewing and analyzing medical records and treatment plans, providing recommendations regarding functional abilities, and developing return to work plans. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Behavioral Health Unit!

Training - 8 - 10 weeks, M-F virtual (8 - 4pm) EST

Shift: 8 hour day + 1/2 hour lunch. Start time flexible from 7 - 9am EST.

Start Date: 9/28/2026

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Manages assigned caseload of complex cases; applies specialized training/knowledge to the assessment of cases; provides technical insight and advice.

Reviews, records, and analyzes medical records and treatment plans data and compares duration control guidelines and clarifies functional inconsistencies

Provides recommendations to team regarding employee''s current or potential functional abilities

Develops goal-focused return-to-work plans; addresses barriers for return to work

Facilitates communication between employee, physician and employer and partners with all parties to achieve a positive outcome

Follows established claim policies and practices to resolve claims issues

Performs other related duties as assigned or required.xa0

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Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or Social Work

if Registered Nurse will accept associate degree or higher with current RN state license. Must have 2+ years of experience in Psych (BSN Preferred)

2+ years of experience in inpatient or intensive outpatient or outpatient therapy in a clinical setting

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Licensure in Clinical Psychology or Social Work

Disability insurance or workers compensation case management, private rehabilitation risk management, occupational health, or rehabilitation facility is highly preferred

Solid verbal and written communication skills

Analytical and critical-thinking skills

Deep and broad technical knowledge of medical conditions, prognosis, and treatment

Basic understanding of the disability contract, its key provisions, and the implication of those provisions

5+ years of experience

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The expected salary range for this position is $72,000 - $80,169. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.

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n Benefits We Offer

nOur U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!

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About MetLife

Recognizednon Fortune magazine''s list of the "World''s Most Admired Companies",nFortune World's 25 Best Workplaces, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companiesnto Work For, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of thenworld's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities,nemployee benefits and asset management to individual and institutionalncustomers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positionsnin the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our purposenis simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world atnlarge create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our corenvalues - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, andnThink Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financialnservices. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!

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nMetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law ("protected characteristics").

If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.

MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.

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About the Company

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MetLife Inc