Behavioral Health Program Lead — Remote/Hybrid

Centene Corporation; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Centene Corporation seeks a program leader to oversee implementation of assigned programs and develop initiatives to improve service delivery and outcomes for defined populations. This role requires Arizona residency and is focused on behavioral/physical health contexts.

The position emphasizes cross‑department collaboration, provider engagement, training development, and outcome measurement to drive improvements and align with Centene's mission to expand access to quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Master's degree in Healthcare related field
• 3+ years in Behavioral or Physical Health experience
• For AZ only: Masters Degree or higher required
• Licenses/Certifications: RN, LPC, LCSW, LMAFT, LISAC preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new programs, including project and work plans
• Execute effectively program development efforts with provider and/or internal organizations
• Propose new programs and strategies by research industry trends
• Develop provider and/or internal training modules
• Develop and track outcomes measures for specific populations
• Analyze and interpret outcome data and present to management
• Propose funding opportunities
• Direct cross-departmental teams in the implementation of program development and improvement efforts
• Develop innovative solutions for treatment issues related to a specific populations
• Represent company in key community and State meetings related to specific populations
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Provider engagement

Stakeholder facilitation

Relationship management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Healthcare related field

Job description

Centene Corporation seeks a program leader to oversee implementation of assigned programs and develop initiatives to improve service delivery and outcomes for defined populations. This role requires Arizona residency and is focused on behavioral/physical health contexts.

The position emphasizes cross‑department collaboration, provider engagement, training development, and outcome measurement to drive improvements and align with Centene's mission to expand access to quality care.