Care Manager Jobs in Connecticut
Care Manager jobs in Connecticut concentrate in managed care, hospital systems, and behavioral health, with demand at every level from entry-level case coordinators to senior population health managers. The strongest hiring is in Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport, where anchors like Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and Aetna maintain large care management operations. The most in-demand specialties are Medicaid managed care, behavioral health integration, and chronic disease management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Discharge Care Manager at UnitedHealth Group, you will be responsible for implementing day-to-day telephonic case management interventions for identified high risk members. This means you will be tasked with assessing and interpreting member needs and identifying solutions that will help our members live healthier lives. This is an inspiring job at a truly inspired organization.
The Discharge Care Manager (DCM) will coordinate and document the discharge plan in collaboration with other key clinical care team members. The DCM will also follow the member while in the acute inpatient setting.
If you are located in the EST or CST time zones, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Evaluation of member discharge needs including delays in care and readmission prevention plan
- Collaboration with providers and members to coordinate care post discharge
- Participate in rounds with the Medical Director to discuss cases as needed
- Identification of internal or community-based program support or resources
- Coordination with the facility Discharge Planner to ensure post hospital services are arranged prior to the member being discharged
- Assist with coordination of difficult cases needing placement in an alternate level of care facility
- Documentation of discharge activities as outlined in standard operating procedures and data entry strategies
- Participate in team meetings, education discussions and related activities
- Works collaboratively with team members in a matrix environment to ensure an end-to-end positive experience for members, providers and care teams
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Current, unrestricted Compact RN license
- 5+ years of recent experience in the acute inpatient hospital setting
- 2+ years of experience of discharge planning and/or case management
- Experience working with multiple health insurance products (Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial) within the insurance industry, including regulatory and compliance requirements
- Proficient in typing skills and software applications that includes, but is not limited to, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook
Designated work space and access to install secure high speed internet via cable/DSL in your home
Preferred Qualifications:
- Case Management Certification
InterQual/MCG Guidelines or other nationally recognized practice guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to assist with focusing activities toward a strategic direction as well as develop tactical plans, drive performance, and achieve targets
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Discharge Care Manager at UnitedHealth Group, you will be responsible for implementing day-to-day telephonic case management interventions for identified high risk members. This means you will be tasked with assessing and interpreting member needs and identifying solutions that will help our members live healthier lives. This is an inspiring job at a truly inspired organization.
The Discharge Care Manager (DCM) will coordinate and document the discharge plan in collaboration with other key clinical care team members. The DCM will also follow the member while in the acute inpatient setting.
If you are located in the EST or CST time zones, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Evaluation of member discharge needs including delays in care and readmission prevention plan
- Collaboration with providers and members to coordinate care post discharge
- Participate in rounds with the Medical Director to discuss cases as needed
- Identification of internal or community-based program support or resources
- Coordination with the facility Discharge Planner to ensure post hospital services are arranged prior to the member being discharged
- Assist with coordination of difficult cases needing placement in an alternate level of care facility
- Documentation of discharge activities as outlined in standard operating procedures and data entry strategies
- Participate in team meetings, education discussions and related activities
- Works collaboratively with team members in a matrix environment to ensure an end-to-end positive experience for members, providers and care teams
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Current, unrestricted Compact RN license
- 5+ years of recent experience in the acute inpatient hospital setting
- 2+ years of experience of discharge planning and/or case management
- Experience working with multiple health insurance products (Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial) within the insurance industry, including regulatory and compliance requirements
- Proficient in typing skills and software applications that includes, but is not limited to, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook
Designated work space and access to install secure high speed internet via cable/DSL in your home
Preferred Qualifications:
- Case Management Certification
InterQual/MCG Guidelines or other nationally recognized practice guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to assist with focusing activities toward a strategic direction as well as develop tactical plans, drive performance, and achieve targets
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care manager jobs across Connecticut.
- Active Connecticut RN license or LCSW issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or a related health and human services field
- Case Management certification such as CCM or ACM preferred by most Connecticut employers
- Minimum two years of clinical or community-based care coordination experience required
- Proficiency with electronic health records and care management platforms used in Connecticut health systems
- Strong knowledge of Connecticut Medicaid, HUSKY Health, and community resource networks
Care Manager Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care manager in Connecticut?
Most care manager roles in Connecticut require either an active Registered Nurse license issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential from the Connecticut Department of Public Health's Professional Licensing Division. A bachelor's degree in nursing or social work is the standard baseline. After gaining clinical experience, many pursue the Certified Case Manager credential through the Commission for Case Manager Certification to meet employer expectations across Connecticut health systems and insurers.
Which companies hire care managers in Connecticut?
Connecticut care manager roles are posted by Hartford HealthCare, Monarch Communities, and Sunrise Senior Living and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Connecticut's dense concentration of major insurers, academic medical centers, and community health organizations means openings appear across a wide range of employer types throughout the state.
Which Connecticut cities have the most care manager jobs?
Litchfield, Waterbury, and Bridgeport have the most care manager openings in Connecticut. Hartford leads because of its dense cluster of major insurers and hospital networks headquartered there, while New Haven's strength comes from Yale New Haven Health and its affiliated practices, and Bridgeport draws volume from large federally qualified health centers and Optum-affiliated managed care operations serving southwestern Connecticut.
Are there remote care manager jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields. About 45% of care manager openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the role's mix of telephonic and in-person work. Utilization management and telephonic case management positions tend to be the most consistently remote, while community-based and field care management roles almost always require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a care manager in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a patient care coordinator or care navigator role at a Connecticut community health center or hospital system. Hartford HealthCare and Yale New Haven Health both run new-graduate and transitions-of-care programs that place candidates into support-level care management functions. Lateral moves from discharge planning, medical social work, or health insurance customer service are common stepping stones. Earning the Connecticut LCSW or a CCM certification early strengthens your candidacy significantly with most large Connecticut employers.
Where can I find and apply to care manager jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to care manager jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location within the state, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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