Program Specialist I - Social Work

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management / Health Services team.

Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose : Conduct screening and risk assessment interventions per program guidelines. Assist with aspects of the member’s care, including referrals to community resources.

• Identify special needs members through the completion of health screens and other resources
• Work with community outreach / member advocates to coordinate member care
• Educate providers and community resources on program components and available support services
• Educate members with special needs to foster compliance with program and positively impact outcomes
• Conduct site visits as appropriate for programs and provide support to other special programs
• Develop and modify care plans in conjunction with member, member’s family and managing physician
• Development of plan specific literature and education materials in conjunction with medical director and corporate oversight

Education / Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, Health, Behavioral Science or Equivalent Experience.

2+ years of experience managing and integrating the social / community needs of members. Experience in a managed care environment preferred.

License / Certification : Valid driver’s license, except not required for Indiana. RN (Registered Nurse), LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker), LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse), Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), or LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) preferred.

For Sunshine Health (FL) : For Florida Children's Medical Services only, non-licensed candidates with a Bachelors degree may be considered if employed by the DOH CMS Plan during calendar year

2018 as a social worker.

Employees supporting Florida's Children’s Medical Services (CMS) must be a Florida licensed registered nurse with a minimum of two years of pediatric experience, Florida licensed practical nurse with a minimum of four years of pediatric experience, or a Master’s degree in social work with a minimum of one year of related professional pediatric care experience.

May require up to 80% local travel.

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.