LCSW, LCPC - Foster Care, Care Manager

RemoteWorker US; Taylor Springs (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide care management for mental health and behavioral needs. The role includes developing care plans, evaluating member needs, and coordinating with community resources. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in child welfare or foster care, along with a Master's degree in a related field.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401K and stock purchase plans

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Requires a Master's degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, or Nursing with relevant experience.
• Licensure as a Behavioral Health Professional or RN required.
• Experience with child welfare or youth foster care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and facilitates care management activities for mental and behavioral health.
• Evaluates member needs through phone or in-home visits.
• Coordinates with community resources and healthcare providers.

Skills

Case Management

Behavioral Health

Education

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work

Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing

Job description

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You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

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NOTE: Remote telephonic role with occasional local travel (up to 10%). Must reside in one of the following zip codes: 60601,60602, 60603, 60604, 60605, 60606, 60607, 60608, 606010, 60611, 60612, 60613, 60614, 60618, 60622, 60624,60625, 60626, 60631, 60634, 60639, 60640, 60641, 60642, 60644, 60645, 60646, 60647, 60651, 60654, 60656, 60657, 60659, 60660, 60661, 60666, 60668, 60670, 60673, 60674, 60675, 60677, 60678, 60680, 60681, 60682, 60684, 60685, 60687, 60688, 60690, 60691, 60693, 60694, 60699, 60701. Preference for individuals that have past experience working with child welfare or youth foster care or post adoption families as well as case management.

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.

• 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 Behavioral Health Professional or RN based on state contract requirements e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC and RN with BH experience required
• For Illinois Youth Care Contract: Master’s degree in social sciences, social work, or related field required
  
  

Additional Details

• Line of Business: Illinois Health Plan
• Department: MED-Medical Management (Case Management)
• Caseload: Youth Care/Foster Care (ages 0-21)
• Territory: Illinois Statewide Telephonically + up to 10% travel in Chicago
  
  

Pay Range: $55,100.00 - $99,000.00 per year

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

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  Staffing and Recruiting

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