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Health Care Manager – Special Needs Plan (SNP) – Social Worker Preferred (Remote)

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • Remote
  • Day Job

PostedMarch 30, 2026

Pay$27.89–$48.21 / hr

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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

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ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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$27.89–$48.21 / hr

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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.
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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.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • 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

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Care Coordinator

  2. Licensed Clinician (LSW/LPC)

  3. Senior Clinician — LCSW

  4. Program Supervisor

  5. 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

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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