The Behavioral Health Care Manager, Telephonic Nurse, in a telephonic environment, assesses and evaluates members' needs and requirements to achieve and/or maintain optimal wellness state by guiding members/families toward and facilitate interaction with resources appropriate for the care and wellbeing of members. The Care Manager, Telephonic Nurse work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.
Humana is seeking a Behavioral Health Care Manager to telephonically assess, evaluate, and support members who are challenged by serious mental illness and/or substance use. Our goal is to provide support for both mind and body to allow each member to achieve and/or maintain their optimal health.
The Behavioral Health Care Manager, Telephonic Nurse employs a variety of strategies, approaches, and techniques to manage a member's physical, environmental, and psycho-social health issues. Identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective care. Ensures patient is progressing towards desired outcomes by continuously monitoring patient care through assessments and/or evaluations. Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas. Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.
You will report to the Manager, Care Management.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years in an integrated care setting managing members with both Behavioral Health needs and/or Substance Use such as crisis experience (includes ER), community mental health center, behavioral health inpatient, assertive community treatment, etc.
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license and possess the ability to be licensed as a registered nurse in multiple states without restrictions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs, e.g. Word, Excel & PowerPoint, shared systems, troubleshoot and resolve general technical issues
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Licensed RN in a compact state
- Psychiatric RN Certification
- Experience working with Medicare and/or Medicare/Medicaid population
- Managed care experience
- Spanish Speaking
The schedule for this remote telephonic position:
- Eight (8) hour shift between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM in your local time zone
- Occasional over time may be requested as business needs.
Travel: None
Work-At-Home Requirements
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:
- At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested
- Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership
- Associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense
- Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job
- Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$71,100 - $97,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 07-27-2026
