Behavioral Health Care Manager I - California

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Anticipated End Date: 2026-05-30 Position Title: Behavioral Health Care Manager I - California Job Description: Work Location: Virtual This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Work Hours Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm PST The Behavioral Health Care Manager I - California is responsible for managing psychiatric and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder facility-based and outpatient professional treatment health benefits through telephonic or written review. How you will make a difference: - Uses appropriate screening criteria knowledge and clinical judgment to assess member needs to ensure access to medically necessary quality behavioral healthcare in a cost-effective setting in accordance with UM Clinical Guid...