Care Manager

Centene Corporation

. Develop, assess, and facilitate complex care management activities for members with primarily mental and behavioral health needs .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $56,200 - $101,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and facilitating complex care management activities for members with mental and behavioral health needs, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in care coordination, assessment, and communication to enhance member outcomes and access to care.

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Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional LicenseBehavioral Health Clinical KnowledgeCare CoordinationAssessment SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Care ManagementDischarge PlanningProblem-SolvingOrganizational ManagementTime ManagementMultidisciplinary Team CollaborationMember AssessmentCare Plan DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceTreatment Options Education

Soft Skills

Customer Service SkillsLeadership Feedback

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional LicenseRegistered Nurse (RN) Requirements

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthSubstance Use DisorderBehavioral HealthCare CoordinationCommunity ResourcesHigh-Acuity MembersTelephonic OutreachIn-Home VisitsHealthcare BenefitsClinical Symptoms Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, assess, and facilitate complex care management activities for members with primarily mental and behavioral health needs
Provide personalized care plans and education for members and families related to mental health and substance use disorder
Evaluate member needs by phone or in-home visits and recommend or facilitate care/service plans
Conduct telephonic, digital, home, and other site-visit outreach
Develop ongoing care plans for high-acuity members and identify providers, specialists, and community resources
Coordinate among members, families/caregivers, community resources, and care provider teams
Monitor care plans, member status, outcomes, treatment side effects, complications, and clinical symptoms
Facilitate care coordination and collaborate with providers and specialists to ensure timely access to care
Collect, document, and maintain member information and care management activities for regulatory compliance
Educate members and families on procedures, provider instructions, treatment options, referrals, and healthcare benefits
Provide leadership feedback on opportunities to improve cost-effective care and quality delivery
Comply with all policies and standards and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants must reside in Kansas
Must hold an active Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional license (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, or LPC) or meet RN requirements with behavioral health experience
Master's degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work, or a degree from an Accredited School of Nursing
2–4 years of related experience
Behavioral health experience required for RN candidates based on state contract requirements
Strong behavioral health clinical knowledge and assessment skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Experience with discharge planning, problem-solving, care coordination, computer systems, organizational management, time management, and multidisciplinary teams highly preferred
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM work schedule

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Health insurance
401K plan
Stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off plus holidays
Flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
Additional forms of incentives may be included in total compensation
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity