Behavioral Health Case Manager I

Elevance Health; Hermitage (Mercer County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health seeks a Behavioral Health Case Manager I to provide case management for members with behavioral health needs. The role includes conducting assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with providers. Candidates may work virtually full-time, with preference for those residing in specified Pennsylvania counties. Join a team dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery and improve lives!

Benefits

Merit increases

Paid Time Off

401(k) + match

Stock purchase plan

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Requires MA/MS in social work counseling or related behavioral health field.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in social work counseling.
• Must have current active unrestricted license (RN, LCSW, etc.) as per state laws.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments for members and develop care plans.
• Respond to complex cases and coordinate with internal/external resources.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of care plans.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Assessment Skills

Care Coordination

Communication

Motivational Interviewing

Education

MA/MS in social work or related field

Degree in nursing

Job description

Anticipated End Date:

2025-06-30

Position Title:

Behavioral Health Case Manager I

Job Description:

Be Part of an Extraordinary Team

Carelon Health is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of brands, offering clinical programs and primary care options for seniors. We are a team of committed clinicians and business leaders passionate about transforming American healthcare delivery.

Title: Behavioral Health Case Manager I

Virtual: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions (when indicated), providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development.

Location: Candidates must reside in Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will reside in one of the below counties:

Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Crawford, Fayette, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer, Venango, Washington, Westmoreland, or Allegheny.

Close proximity to one of the below Elevance Health Pulse Points is strongly preferred:

• PA-SEVEN FIELDS, 300 SEVEN FIELDS BLVD, STE 100

• PA-HERMITAGE, 295 N KERRWOOD DR, STE 107

The Behavioral Health Case Manager I is responsible for performing case management telephonically and/or by home visits within the scope of licensure for members with behavioral health and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder needs. Subject matter expert in targeted clinical areas of expertise such as Eating Disorders (ED) Maternity Alcohol / Drug Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) etc.

How you will make an impact:

• Responds to more complex cases and account specific requests.

• Uses appropriate screening criteria knowledge and clinical judgment to assess member needs.

• Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and develops specific care plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.

• Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of care plan and modifies plan as needed.

• Supports member access to appropriate quality and cost-effective care.

• Coordinates with internal and external resources to meet identified needs of the members and collaborates with providers.

• Serves as a resource to other BH Case Mgrs.

• Participates in cross-functional teams projects and initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires MA/MS in social work counseling or a related behavioral health field or a degree in nursing, and minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in social work counseling with broad range of experience with complex psychiatric and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder treatment; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

• Current active unrestricted license such as RN LCSW LMHC LICSW LPC (as allowed by applicable state laws) LMFT LMSW (as allowed by applicable state laws) or Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in applicable states or territory of the United States required.

• Previous experience in case management and telephonic and/or in person coaching with members with a broad range of complex psychiatric/substance abuse and/or medical disorders.

• Managed care experience required.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:

• Experience in health coaching and motivational interviewing techniques preferred.

Job Level:

Non-Management Exempt

Workshift:

Job Family:

MED > Licensed/Certified Behavioral Health Role

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.