About this role.
Centene seeks a Care Manager for the Kansas Foster Care team, focusing on members with mental health and substance use disorders. This field-based role involves assessing needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services, requiring up to 75% regional travel. The position requires a Master's in behavioral health or social work, or a nursing degree with relevant behavioral health experience, plus an active license. It offers a flexible Monday-Friday schedule with competitive compensation and benefits.
Role DNA
A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description.
Job Complexity
4/5Pace & Pressure
3/5Autonomy Level
4/5Communication Load
5/5Salary analysis
Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles.
Core skills
Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity.
Cover letter sample
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am excited to apply for the Care Manager position with Centene's Kansas Foster Care team. With a Master's in Social Work and licensure as an LCSW, I have over three years of experience coordinating behavioral health care for children and families. I am skilled at developing comprehensive care plans, liaising with providers, and addressing social determinants of health. My ability to build trusting relationships and navigate complex systems will allow me to make a meaningful impact on members' lives. I look forward to contributing to your mission of transforming community health.
Sample interview questions
I would first assess immediate safety and crisis risk, then coordinate with the treatment team to stabilize acute symptoms. Next, I would review the care plan for gaps, engage the member and family in goal-setting, and refer to community resources to address social determinants.
I acted as the central communication hub, holding regular interdisciplinary meetings, documenting updates, and following up on action items. I also empowered the family with tools to communicate effectively with providers.
I practice self-care and seek supervision when needed. I focus on what I can control and celebrate small wins with the member. Boundaries and reflection help me sustain compassion.
I plan routes based on member locations and cluster visits. I use mobile tools and voice-to-text for documentation, and I reserve time each evening for notes and next-day planning.
I admire Centene's focus on whole-person health and its dedication to underserved populations. My experience with foster care and SUD equips me to deliver the culturally responsive, community-based care this role requires.
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.
Program/Team
Supports the Kansas Foster Care team.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, primarily 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Some evening flexibility may be required based on member and family needs. No regular weekends are required.
Location
Field-based in northwest Kansas.
Candidates located in or near Ellis, Russell, Trego, or Rooks counties are preferred.
Travel Requirements
Up to 75% travel throughout the assigned region for home and community visits.
Position Purpose: Develops, assesses, and facilitates complex care management activities for primarily mental and behavioral health needs members to provide high quality, cost-effective healthcare outcomes including personalized care plans and education for members and their families related to mental health and substance use disorder.
- Evaluates the needs of the member via phone or in-home visits related to the resources available, and recommends and/or facilitates the care plan/service plan for the best outcome, which may include behavioral health and social determinant needs
- May perform telephonic, digital, home and/or other site visits outreach to assess member needs and collaborate with resources
- Develops ongoing care plans for members with high level acuity and works to identify providers, specialists, and community resources needed for care including mental health and substance use disorders
- Coordinates as appropriate between the member and/or family/caregivers, community resources, and the care provider team to ensure identified services are accessible to members
- Monitors care plans/service plans and/or member status and outcomes for changes in treatment side effects, complications and clinical symptoms and provides recommendations to care plan/service plan based on identified member needs
- Facilitates care coordination and collaborates with appropriate providers or specialists to ensure member has timely access to needed care or services
- Collects, documents, and maintains member information and care management activities to ensure compliance with current state, federal, and third-party payer regulators
- Provides education to members and their families on procedures, healthcare provider instructions, treatment options, referrals, and healthcare benefits, which may include behavioral health and social determinant needs
- Provides feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve and enhance care and quality delivery for members in a cost-effective manner
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Education/Experience: Requires a Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work or a Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing and 2 – 4 years of related experience.
License/Certification:
- Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC) or RN based on state contract requirements with BH experience required
Pay Range: $56,200.00 – $101,000.00 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, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
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.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Upload your resume now
- To unlock remote work opportunities and be discovered by global employers.
This job listing has been manually reviewed by the Jobicy Trust & Safety Team for compliance with our posting guidelines, including verification of the company's legitimacy, accuracy of job details, clarity of remote work policy, and absence of misleading or fraudulent content.
