## Care Manager (BH)Apply: Remote-KS: Full time: Posted Today: 1670062**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:** We are currently offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for this position. This role supports foster care members and applicants must live in one of the following NW Kansas counties: Cheyenne, Decatur, Ellis, Gove, Graham, Logan, Norton, Osborn, Phillips, Rawlins, Rooks, Russell, Sheridan, Sherman, Smith, Thomas, Trego, or Wallace. The position requires up to 75% local travel and applicants are able to work remotely from their home the remaining time. The work schedule is Monday – Friday. We provide all necessary computer equipment and reimburse mileage at the current IRS rate.* 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 requiredPay Range: $56,200.00 - $101,000.00 per year **At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day.** You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.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.