[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Centene jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/centene/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Centene · San Antonio-Texas # LTSS Service Care Manager - Behavioral Health San Antonio-Texas Hybrid Manager or lead $27.02 - $48.55 per hour Listed on Centene’s official careers site. Posted October 8, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Centene’s careers site →](https://centene.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/centene_external/job/San-Antonio-Texas78201/LTSS-Service-Care-Manager---Behavioral-Health_1653420) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Centene](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/centene/) / LTSS Service Care Manager - Behavioral Health ## Job description ### Position Purpose Develops, assesses and coordinates holistic care management activities, with primary focus and support towards populations with significant mental/behavioral health needs, to enable quality, cost-effective healthcare outcomes. Evaluates member service needs and develops or contributes to development of care plans/service plans, and educates members, their families and caregivers on services and benefits available to meet member needs. ### Key Details Hybrid role with in person assessments. Candidates for this role must have a LPC, LCSW, LMFT and experience in Behavioral Health. The service delivery area is the San Antonio area. - Evaluates the needs of the most complex and high risk members with mental/behavioral health needs, and recommends a plan of care for the best outcome - Acts as liaison and member advocate between the member/family, physician, and facilities/agencies - Supports members with primarily mental/behavioral health needs, such as those with (or a history of) major depression, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, self-injurious behavior, psychiatric inpatient admissions, etc - Performs frequent home and/or other site visits (once a month or more), such as to assess member needs and collaborate with resources, as required - Provides and/or facilitates education to long-term care members and their families/caregivers on topics such as preventive care, procedures, healthcare provider instructions, treatment options, referrals, prescribed medication treatment regimens, and healthcare benefits. Provides subject matter expertise and operational support for relevant mental and behavioral health-focused activities, such as the handling of crisis calls, mental health first aid training, field safety and de-escalation practices, psychotropic and other medication monitoring, etc Educates on and coordinates community resources, to include medical, behavioral and social services. Provides coordination of service authorization to members and care managers for various services based on service assessment and plans (e.g., meals, employment, housing, foster care, transportation, activities for daily living) Ensures appropriate referrals based on individual member needs and supports the identification of providers, specialists, and community resources. Ensures identified services are accessible to members Maintains accurate documentation and supports the integrity of care management activities in the electronic care management system. - Works to ensure compliance with clinical guidelines as well as current state and federal guidelines - Provides feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve and enhance quality of care and service delivery for long-term care 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 Mental Health or Social - Work or Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing and 2 – 4 years of related experience. ### License/Certification Licensed Behavioral Health Professional or RN based on state contract requirements e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC and RN with BH experience required required Pay Range: $27.02 - $48.55 per hour At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday. ### 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 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 8, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 10 days - Location: San Antonio-Texas - Work arrangement: Hybrid - Pay: $27.02 - $48.55 per hour[Apply on Centene’s careers site →](https://centene.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/centene_external/job/San-Antonio-Texas78201/LTSS-Service-Care-Manager---Behavioral-Health_1653420) ## More jobs at Centene ### [Actuarial Summer 2027 Intern (Undergraduate)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/centene/jobs/c675b5c294abab2b840b/) Remote-MO ### [Asset and Configuration Analyst II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/centene/jobs/6b5af39e809a431fe23e/) ### [Associate Actuary](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/centene/jobs/0be1289e8d9aed853c68/) ### [Associate Actuary](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/centene/jobs/94585ce26ca730fd128c/) Remote-MN ### [Care Coordinator II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/centene/jobs/7a83c73c2a30b61b3938/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Behavioral Health Care Advocate - Remote - CA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/921bc95779621281b856/) UnitedHealth Group · San Diego, California ### [Care Manager, LTSS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/molina-healthcare/jobs/876f547304e1f076c285/) Molina Healthcare · Jefferson, WI, United States ### [Care Manager, LTSS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/molina-healthcare/jobs/c23dfbd9e075a07820fa/) Molina Healthcare · Spooner, WI, United States ### [Chief Managed Care Officer, CMCO - Acute Care and Behavioral Health Divisions](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/90238a2811b4e7412174/) Universal Health Services · KING OF PRUSSIA, Pennsylvania ### [LTSS Process Improvement Professional](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/humana/jobs/c9de2f2e4dc1eec32886/) Humana · Remote, Nationwide OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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