Care Manager

Centene Management Company LLC; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Centene Management Company LLC is seeking a field-based care manager specializing in mental and behavioral health. The role involves assessing member needs via calls and in-home visits, coordinating comprehensive care plans, and connecting families with providers and community resources.

The successful candidate will hold an active BH license or an RN credential, have strong communication skills, and experience with children or juvenile settings.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work or a nursing degree with BH experience.
• Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional (LCSW/LMSW/LMFT/LMHC/LPC) or RN based on state contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops and facilitates complex care management activities for behavioral health needs.
• Evaluates member needs via phone or home visits and coordinates care plans.
• Identifies providers, resources, and community services for timely access to care.
• Provides education to members and families about procedures, benefits, and treatment options.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Assessment skills

Computer literacy

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Position Purpose

Develops, assesses, and facilitates complex care management activities for primarily mental and behavioral health needs members to provide high quality, cost-effective healthcare outcomes including personalized care plans and education for members and their families related to mental health and substance use disorder.

Key Details

This is a field-based position, and applicants must reside in Oklahoma, Canadian, Cleveland, or Logan County, Oklahoma. Candidates must hold an active RN license or a Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional credential, such as LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, or LPC. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, foster care, and/or the juvenile justice system. Candidates should also be computer savvy and possess excellent communication, customer service, and assessment skills. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Evaluates the needs of the member via phone or in-home visits related to the resources available, and recommends and/or facilitates the care plan/service plan for the best outcome, which may include behavioral health and social determinant needs. May perform telephonic, digital, home and/or other site visits outreach to assess member needs and collaborate with resources. Develops ongoing care plans for members with high level acuity and works to identify providers, specialists, and community resources needed for care including mental health and substance use disorders. Coordinates as appropriate between the member and/or family/caregivers, community resources, and the care provider team to ensure identified services are accessible to members. Monitors care plans/service plans and/or member status and outcomes for changes in treatment side effects, complications and clinical symptoms and provides recommendations to care plan/service plan based on identified member needs. Facilitates care coordination and collaborates with appropriate providers or specialists to ensure member has timely access to needed care or services. Collects, documents, and maintains member information and care management activities to ensure compliance with current state, federal, and third-party payer regulators. Provides education to members and their families on procedures, healthcare provider instructions, treatment options, referrals, and healthcare benefits, which may include behavioral health and social determinant needs. Provides feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve and enhance care and quality delivery for members in a cost-effective manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Education / Experience

Requires a Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work or a Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing and 2 – 4 years of related experience.

License / Certification

Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC) or RN based on state contract requirements with BH experience required.

Pay Range

$56,200.00 - $101,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.
• Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.
• Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.
• Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.