Care Manager, Behavioral Health

Centene Corporation

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

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $56,200 - $101,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in care management for mental and behavioral health, including the development and coordination of care plans, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with members and families. Holds relevant licenses and a master's degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work, ensuring a strong foundation in clinical practices and community resource identification.

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Licensed Master's Behavioral Health ProfessionalCare Management ActivitiesRegulatory ComplianceCommunity Resource CoordinationMember Education

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Hard Skills

Care Plan DevelopmentBehavioral Health AssessmentTelephonic OutreachIn-Home VisitsClinical MonitoringTreatment Options EducationDocumentation and Record KeepingCare CoordinationHigh Acuity Care ManagementSubstance Use Disorder Knowledge

Soft Skills

Leadership FeedbackInterpersonal CommunicationProblem SolvingCollaborationEmpathy

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)Licensed Social Worker (LSW)Active New Jersey License

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthBehavioral HealthCare CoordinationCommunity ResourcesHealthcare BenefitsCompliance StandardsMember OutreachTreatment Side Effects MonitoringLocal TravelCare Quality Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, assess, and facilitate complex care management activities for primarily mental and behavioral health needs
Evaluate member needs via phone or in-home visits and recommend or facilitate care plans
Conduct telephonic, digital, home, and other site-visit outreach
Develop ongoing care plans for members with high acuity
Identify providers, specialists, and community resources for mental health and substance use disorders
Coordinate among members, families or caregivers, community resources, and care provider teams
Monitor care plans, member status, treatment side effects, complications, and clinical symptoms
Facilitate care coordination and timely access to needed care and services
Collect, document, and maintain member information and care management activities for regulatory compliance
Educate members and families on procedures, treatment options, referrals, provider instructions, and healthcare benefits
Provide leadership feedback on opportunities to improve care quality and cost-effectiveness
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work, or a degree from an accredited school of nursing
2–4 years of related experience
Licensed Master's Behavioral Health Professional (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC) or RN based on state contract requirements, with behavioral health experience required
For NJ Health Plan: Master's degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work and Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) required
Active New Jersey license required
Must reside in Essex or Morris County, or in a nearby bordering county
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule
Up to 50% local travel required
Compliance with all policies and standards

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