About this role
ST Health Health Plan is hiring a full-time Health Manager to support the Special Needs Plan team. The team is based out of downtown Pittsburgh, but team members may reside anywhere in Pennsylvania. This position will be predominantly working from home and will work standard daylight hours, Monday through Friday, with an occasional evening shift as required.
The Health Manager ensures continuity and coordination of care for Health Plan members with chronic conditions and complex health needs.
Responsibilities:
- Provides members, providers, and other stakeholders with information concerning benefits and coverage, and provides accurate information to members and families.
- Monitors and evaluates effectiveness and outcome of treatment plans, restructures as necessary to provide optimal clinically appropriate services with a goal of maintenance in the community at the least restrictive level of care and maximal use of community supports and resources.
- Works with Member Services, Network Management and Quality Management staff to assure that systematic revisions to improve services are developed and implemented.
- Utilizes supervision by identifying and reporting to supervisor clinical, utilization and outcomes issues.
- Preserve confidentiality of the member.
- Develop and coordinate an individualized treatment plan with the member, member’s family, and providers.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment plan and identify gaps in service. Make recommendations for changes when indicated.
- Assist in the development and review of training materials for staff, other ST Health Health Plan departments, and network providers.
- Independent problem solving based on sophisticated knowledge of in-plan services, the provider network, member services policies, members’ rights and responsibilities, and the operating practices of the organization.
- Follow-up with the member according to established timeframes to monitor their care to assess whether quality care is being provided in an appropriate setting.
- Perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy and standards of ST Health Health Plan, including conveying courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude through contacts with staff, health plan members, peers, and external contacts.
- Identifies provider issues and recommendations for improvement.
- Contact potential case management members to determine if there is a need for case management intervention.
- Receives and responds to complex calls regarding requests for services or resolution of complex issues.
- Ability to propose and implement creative solutions to member problems and to achieve a high level of member satisfaction with services.
- Performs clinical reviews, service authorization and care coordination (or oversight and supervision) for all Health Plan members receiving services.
- Complete Annual Competencies including Ethics and Compliance, HIPAA, Safety, Fraud and Abuse and Confidentiality/Privacy and Security Awareness.
- Provide reports on case management cases or activities as requested.
- Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
- Appropriate documentation in the care management documentation system including assessments, problems, goals and interventions.
- Assumes responsibility for health plan member’s access to in-plan and/or supplemental services as medically indicated
- Interfaces with and refers members to community based resources and other supportive services as appropriate.
- Maintains an understanding of behavioral health benefits and remains current on covered or in-plan services, benefit limitations, exclusions, and behavioral health management policies and procedures.
- Participate in integrated care team meetings in a cross cultural environment to coordinate transitions of care, discharge planning, benefit coverage, conflict resolution and resource needs.
- Conduct comprehensive assessment of needs and coordination of care activities for individuals with primary diagnosis of alcohol or substance use addiction
- Master’s degree in human service field plus licensure required or Licensed Pennsylvania RN with 6-8 years clinical experience required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
- Preference will be given to those with a Master’s and LSW or LCSW.
- Five years of experience in clinical, care coordination, and/or case management required.
- Three years of experience in a managed care environment preferred.
- General knowledge of best practices in health care, emphasizing work with special needs populations and in provider systems.
- Ability to interact with physicians and other health care professionals in a professional manner required.
- Computer proficiency required.
- Experience with Microsoft office products preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills required. Knowledge of community resources required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Registered Nurse (RN)Social Services Licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC)
Licensure in other states as assigned
Case management certification or approved
clinical certification preferred
- Act 34
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Pay range
$27.89–$48.21 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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# Health Care Manager - Special Needs Plan (SNP) - Social Worker Preferred (Remote)
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Remote)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Health Plan
- Pay: $27.89–$48.21 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-30T14:45:15.583Z
## Description
ST Health Health Plan is hiring a full-time Health Manager to support the Special Needs Plan team. The team is based out of downtown Pittsburgh, but team members may reside anywhere in Pennsylvania. This position will be predominantly working from home and will work standard daylight hours, Monday through Friday, with an occasional evening shift as required.
The Health Manager ensures continuity and coordination of care for Health Plan members with chronic conditions and complex health needs.
…Shift and schedule
Shift
Day Job
Hours
Full-Time
Workplace
Remote
Where you’ll work
Pittsburgh, PA
A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.
- Pepper Health Shadyside
- Pepper Health Passavant
- Pepper Health Children's
- Pepper Health Rehab Services
- Pepper Health at Home
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
Care Coordinator
Licensed Clinician (LSW/LPC)
Senior Clinician — LCSW
Program Supervisor
Behavioral Health Director
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?
Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.
About this roleDo you support continuing education?
Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.
About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?
Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.
About this roleWhat does advancement look like?
Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
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Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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