Remote Social Worker (LCSW) - Care Manager

The Judge Group; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for Care Managers in Behavioral Health to monitor and ensure the effectiveness of mental health services in California. The role involves responsibilities including crisis intervention and discharge planning, and requires relevant California licenses. Candidates with an Associates Degree in Nursing or a Bachelors/Masters Degree in Social Work are encouraged to apply, alongside skills in utilization management and crisis handling.

Benefits

W2 contract

Benefits available

Possibility of extension

Qualifications

• Must hold one of the following active California licenses: LCSW, LMFT, LMSW, LPCC, RN, or CEAP.
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or substance abuse settings.
• Familiarity with DSM-V and utilization management procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct utilization reviews for behavioral health services.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency authorizations.
• Develop and implement discharge plans.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Crisis management

Utilization analysis

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Title : Care Manager Behavioral Health (BH)

• Location : California (Remote must reside and be licensed in California)
• W2 contract | Benefits avaliable
• Start Date : July 7, 2025
• End Date : December 31, 2025 (Possible extension)
• Schedule : MondayFriday, 8 : 00 AM or 8 : 30 AM start, ending at 4 : 40 PM or 5 : 00 PM
• Openings : 14

Job Description

My client is seeking multiple Care Managers Behavioral Health to support California-based contracts. These roles will begin as a cohort for training and may be hybrid or fully remote based on performance.

The Care Manager will monitor inpatient and / or outpatient mental health and substance abuse services to ensure medical necessity and effectiveness. Responsibilities include telephone triage, crisis intervention, concurrent reviews, discharge planning, and quality clinical reviews. The role also involves educating members and providers, collaborating with Physician Advisors, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct utilization reviews for behavioral health services
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency authorizations
• Develop and implement discharge plans
• Educate members and providers on benefits and resources
• Collaborate with providers and Physician Advisors
• Participate in quality improvement and network development
• Advocate for patient care and ensure treatment needs are met

Required Qualifications

• Must hold one of the following active California licenses :
• LCSW , LMFT , LMSW , LPCC (Note : LPC is not a valid license in CA), RN , or CEAP
• Some experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or substance abuse settings
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Familiarity with DSM-V and utilization management procedures
• Ability to analyze utilization issues and implement care solutions

Education Requirements

• Associates Degree in Nursing
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Social Work (depending on licensure)

Preferred Skills

• Tech-savvy with basic computer literacy
• Experience in crisis management
• Background in psychiatric care or utilization management
• Familiarity with California mental health systems and community resources

Interview Process

• 12 rounds of video interviews
• May include screen sharing

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