Remote Behavioral Health Care Manager

Magellan Health; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 64,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Magellan Health, Inc. seeks a licensed behavioral health professional for the remote PA Care Manager role.

You will authorize and review utilization of mental health and substance abuse services across inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with the clinical team to ensure medical necessity and quality care. Responsibilities include discharge planning, data analysis, crisis intervention, and provider communications.

Qualifications

• Licensure required (CEAP, LCSW, LMFT, LMSW, LPC, LSW, RN or state license).
• Minimum 2 years post-degree healthcare/behavioral health experience.
• Experience in inpatient/outpatient settings preferred.
• Knowledge of DSM V or current DSM edition.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Authorize and review utilization of mental health and substance abuse services.
• Collect and analyze utilization data.
• Discharge planning and care coordination.
• Provide member assistance and crisis intervention.
• Discharge plans with providers and oversee implementation.
• Quality improvement activities and data tracking.

Skills

Utilization management knowledge

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Communication skills

Data analysis

DSM V knowledge

Time management

Education

Associate - Nursing

Bachelor's - Social Work

Master's - Social Work

Job description

Magellan Health, Inc. seeks a licensed behavioral health professional for the remote PA Care Manager role.

You will authorize and review utilization of mental health and substance abuse services across inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with the clinical team to ensure medical necessity and quality care. Responsibilities include discharge planning, data analysis, crisis intervention, and provider communications.