You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose: Directs the long-term care of members with physical/medical health needs and/or behavioral/mental health needs to develop and assess high quality, cost-effective healthcare outcomes. Develops strategies and objectives within long-term care management to improve member and/or provider experience.

• Provides leadership to the development, implementation, monitoring, and ongoing improvement of the long-term care management process

• Sets goals and objectives for long-term care management team and oversees care management data and reporting metrics to achieve quality and cost-effective healthcare results and working with senior leadership, as required

• Leads long-term care management policies and procedures within the care management team to ensure compliance with corporate, state, and National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) standards

• Oversees and monitors work assignments and caseloads of long-term care management staff based on state requirements, care management staff experience, and member needs

• Monitors, reviews, and signs off on contract required reporting as required

• Vendor oversight as required and applicable to the role

• Attends conferences and stays up to date on latest trends and best practices in Payer Care Management and related fields, as applicable

• Leads and presents process improvements for the long-term care management team to achieve cost-effective healthcare results

• Leads and coordinates large or special project work with other departmental functions

• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including the long-term care management model, staffing, use of information technologies, onboarding, and staff competencies to achieve performance and quality objectives

• Reviews and monitors long-term care member data to identify trends and improve operating performance and quality care in accordance with state and federal regulations, and participates with internal and external audits as required

• Contributes to the development and improvement of clinical care pathways that enhance cost effectiveness while providing quality care

• Develops long-term care management strategies and influences decisions by providing recommendations that align to organizational objectives

• Provides coaching and guidance to long-term care management team to improve member and provider experience and facilitate delivery of high-quality care

• Develops department budget while collaborating inter-departmentally and with senior leadership

• Develops the overall strategy for onboarding, hiring, and training new long-term care management team members to ensure adequate training and high-quality care to improve member and/or provider experience and ensure compliance

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

Preferred candidate will reside within the state of Texas and possess a strong pediatric behavioral health background.

Education/Experience: Positions overseeing BH team members: Requires a Master's degree or Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing and 7+ years of related experience, including prior management experience.

Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position.

4+ years management experience preferred.

Expert knowledge of industry regulations, policies, and standards preferred.

Highly advanced clinical knowledge and ability to assess member needs in context of relevant diagnoses, treatment plans and goals, and identify potential gaps in care or risks for readmission or complications preferred.

Strong knowledge of healthcare managed care principles preferred.

Experience working with providers and healthcare teams to develop appropriate long-term service plans/care plans preferred.

Strong knowledge of medication indications and side effects preferred.

License/Certification:

• Positions overseeing BH team members: Licensed Clinical Behavioral Health Professional or RN based on state contract requirements e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, and RN with BH experience required preferred

• For Superior: Resource Utilization Group (RUG) certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Must be RUG certified if overseeing RN team members required

Pay Range: $128,500.00 - $237,700.00 per year

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.