Clinical Care Manager – Foster Care; Behavioral Health
Bavaria, Saline County, Kansas, USA
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Community Health, Clinical Social Worker, Psychiatric Care & Support
Clinical Care Manager – Foster Care (Behavioral Health) – Remote (Kansas) w/ Travel
Clinical Care Manager – Foster Care (Behavioral Health) OverviewWe’re hiring a Clinical Care Manager to support children and families involved in the foster care system. In this role, you’ll coordinate behavioral health and supportive services, complete required assessments, and ensure members receive timely, appropriate care across a complex system of providers and community resources.
This position is remote within Kansas, but requires significant local travel for in-person visits.
Clinical Care Manager – Foster Care (Behavioral Health) Schedule- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Some after-hours/evening visits may be required based on member needs
- 6-month assignment with potential to extend or convert
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct member assessments via phone and in-person visits as required
- In-person visits within 48 hours of a placement change
- 7-day follow-up/team meetings after placement changes
- Develop and maintain individualized care plans / service plans
- Coordinate care across providers, specialists, community resources, and caregivers
- Provide member/family education on benefits, treatment options, and available resources
- Document all care management activity thoroughly to meet regulatory and contract requirements
- Participate in weekly team meetings and collaborate closely with internal and external partners
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or Social Work OR degree from an accredited school of nursing
- 2–4 years of related experience (care management/case management/behavioral health)
- One of the following active licenses (Kansas-aligned):
- Licensed Master’s Behavioral Health Professional (examples:
LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC )
OR - RN with behavioral health experience (per state/program requirements)
- Experience coordinating services within child welfare/foster care systems (required for success; candidates without this experience will not be considered)
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently for member visits
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
without sponsorship now or in the future
Strong communication, high-quality documentation, adaptability, and a solution-focused, mission-driven approach.
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