Care Manager, BH – Louisiana License Required

Magellan Health

. Authorize and review utilization of mental health and substance abuse services in inpatient and/or outpatient care settings .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Louisiana • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $64,285 - $102,855 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mental health and substance abuse services, including utilization management, care coordination, and crisis intervention. Proficient in analyzing utilization data and implementing solutions to enhance quality of care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Utilization Management ProceduresCrisis InterventionDischarge PlanningKnowledge of DSM V

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Hard Skills

Utilization Data AnalysisConcurrent ReviewsQuality Clinical ReviewsCare CoordinationTelephone Triage

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsTime ManagementCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CEAPLMSWLSWLPCRN

Industry Keywords

Mental Health ServicesSubstance Abuse ServicesInpatient CareOutpatient CareCommunity Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Authorize and review utilization of mental health and substance abuse services in inpatient and/or outpatient care settings
Collect and analyze utilization data
Assist with discharge planning and care coordination
Provide member assistance for mental health and substance abuse issues
Participate in quality improvement projects and activities
Monitor inpatient and/or outpatient levels of care for medical necessity and effectiveness
Provide telephone triage, crisis intervention and emergency authorizations
Perform concurrent reviews for inpatient/outpatient care and other levels of care within scope of practice and experience
Develop discharge plans with providers and facilities and oversee implementation
Perform quality clinical reviews and educate members and providers
Provide information about benefits, community resources, managed care programs, policies, procedures and criteria
Discuss clinical and authorization questions with Physician Advisors
Maintain workload according to National Care Manager performance standards
Work with community agencies
Propose alternative treatment plans when services do not meet medical necessity criteria
Participate in network development, including identifying and recruiting quality providers
Advocate for patients and interact professionally with providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current license meeting State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements
One or more required licensure options with necessary degrees: CEAP, LMSW, LCSW, LSW, LPC or RN
Minimum 2 years of experience post degree in healthcare, behavioral health, psychiatric and/or substance abuse health care setting
Strong organization, time management and communication skills
Knowledge of utilization management procedures, mental health and substance abuse community resources and providers
Knowledge and experience in inpatient and/or outpatient setting
Knowledge of DSM V or most current diagnostic edition
Ability to analyze utilization problems and implement solutions influencing quality of care
Associate degree in Nursing, Bachelor's degree in Social Work, or Master's degree in Social Work
Louisiana licensure required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentives may be available
Comprehensive benefits package
Health, life, voluntary and other benefits
Benefits and perks supporting physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing
Tobacco-free workplace