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Human Resources Manager roles qualify for OPT work authorization when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Most employers in this field are experienced with employment eligibility verification, making HR one of the more OPT-accessible management tracks.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary:
The Complex Nurse Case Manager is responsible for assessing members through regular and consistent in person or telephonic contact to assess, plan, implement and coordinate all case management activities with members to evaluate the medical and psychosocial needs of the member to facilitate and support the member’s improved health. The Case Manager develops a proactive course of action to address issues presented to enhance the short and long-term outcomes as well as opportunities to enhance a member’s overall wellness. Services strategies policies and programs are comprised of network management and clinical coverage policies.
This is a field-based position that requires routine regional in-state travel 80-90% of the time; use of personal vehicle is required. Qualified candidates must have valid KY driver's license, proof of vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation. Travel to the Louisville office is also anticipated for meetings and training. This position is assigned to the Two Rivers Region. Qualified candidates must reside in one of the counties within Two Rivers (Union, Webster, Henderson, Daviess, Hancock, McLean, Ohio, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Warren, Logan, Simpson, Allen, Monroe, Metcalfe, Barren).
Evaluation of Members:
- Through the use of clinical assessment tools and evaluating information/data review, conducts a comprehensive and holistic evaluation of member's needs and benefit plan eligibility and facilitates integrative functions as well as smooth transition to Aetna programs and plans.
- Applies clinical judgment to the incorporation of strategies designed to reduce risk factors and barriers and address complex health and social indicators which impact care planning and resolution of member issues.
- Integrates assessment data from all care partners to holistically address all physical and behavioral health conditions including co-morbid and multiple diagnoses that impact functionality and member well-being.
- Creates, monitors and revise member care plans to comprehensively address member biopsychosocial care needs.
- Reviews prior claims to address potential impact on current case management and eligibility.
- Assessments include the member’s functional capacity and related restrictions/limitations.
- Using a holistic approach, assesses the need for a referral to additional clinical resources for assistance in determining functionality.
- Consults with supervisor and other care partners to overcome barriers in meeting goals and objectives, presents cases at case conferences for multidisciplinary focus to benefit overall claim management.
- Utilizes case management processes in compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures.
- Utilizes motivational interviewing skills to ensure maximum member engagement and discern their health status and health needs based on key questions and conversation.
- Helps member actively and knowledgably participate with their provider in healthcare decision-making.
- Field-based working environment with productivity and quality expectations.
- Work requires the ability to perform close inspection of handwritten and computer-generated documents as well as a PC monitor.
- Sedentary work involving periods of sitting, talking, listening.
- Work requires sitting for extended periods, talking on the telephone and typing on the computer.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and effectively adapt to a fast-paced changing environment.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years’ clinical practice experience including patient care coordination and health assessments.
- RN with current unrestricted state licensure in KY.
- 2+ years’ experience using personal computer, keyboard navigation, navigating multiple systems and applications; and using MS Office Suite applications (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
- Must possess reliable transportation and be willing and able to travel in-state up to 80-90% of the time. Mileage is reimbursed per our company expense reimbursement policy.
- Flexibility to work beyond core business hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm CST.
- Candidate must reside in the specific counties of the services region: Union, Henderson, Webster, McLean, Daviess, Hancock, Ohio, Butler, Logan, Warren, Edmonson, Hart, Barren, Metcalfe, Monroe, Allen, Simpson, Logan counties in KY.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience or detailed knowledge of the Foster Care and juvenile justice systems, Adoption Assistance, the delivery of Behavioral Health Services, Trauma-informed Care, ACEs, Crisis Intervention services, and evidence-based practices applicable to the Kentucky SKY populations.
- Case Management in an integrated model.
- Discharge Planning Experience.
- Motivational Interviewing skills.
- Managed Care/Utilization Review Experience.
- Clinical experience and demonstrated knowledge of age appropriate developmental milestones.
- Clinical experience and understanding of complex medical conditions and treatment plans.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
- Minimum of an Associates degree in Nursing or Diploma RN.
- BSN preferred.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$54,095.00 - $116,760.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/30/2026. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Human Resources Manager
Lead with your degree alignment
HR Manager roles require a qualifying degree in human resources, business administration, or organizational psychology. Open every application by connecting your specific degree field to the role requirements directly, this clears the specialty occupation question before it's asked.
Target employers with existing international workforces
Companies with large international employee populations are far more likely to understand OPT documentation. Look for organizations with global operations or multinational hiring histories, as their HR teams already process work authorization verification routinely.
Address OPT timing proactively in interviews
HR hiring managers understand employment eligibility better than most. Be upfront about your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early in the process, they'll respect the transparency and it removes ambiguity before an offer stage.
Highlight HRIS and compliance experience
Demonstrable experience with HR information systems and I-9 compliance processes signals immediate value. Employers prioritize HR candidates who already understand employment authorization workflows, which also reinforces that you understand your own OPT documentation requirements.
Frame H-1B sponsorship as a low-lift for HR employers
HR Managers are often the very people who administer H-1B visa filings internally. Employers in this sector understand the process well. Position yourself as someone who reduces that learning curve, not creates it, by demonstrating familiarity with the petition process.
Pursue roles at mid-size to large companies with in-house legal
Companies with dedicated legal or compliance teams handle OPT-to-H-1B transitions far more smoothly than small employers. A 500-plus employee organization with in-house counsel is structurally better positioned to sponsor you without treating it as a burden.
Human Resources Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Human Resources Manager role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Human Resources Manager roles qualify for OPT when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, industrial-organizational psychology, or a closely related field. The key is that your degree field must align with the specific job requirements. Most corporate HR Manager postings explicitly list a relevant degree as required, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard that OPT work authorization depends on.
Am I eligible for a STEM OPT extension as an HR Manager?
It depends on your degree field. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree is in a STEM-designated program, such as industrial-organizational psychology or certain business analytics concentrations, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. A general HR or business administration degree typically does not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM OPT designated degree program list to confirm eligibility before assuming you have the extra time.
How do I find HR Manager jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for roles where employers are open to work authorization. Searching there saves significant time compared to applying broadly and hitting sponsorship walls late in the process. When browsing, prioritize postings at companies with existing international employee populations, as those employers have established I-9 and work authorization processes and are less likely to be surprised by OPT documentation requirements.
Will employers in HR be familiar with OPT work authorization?
More than in almost any other field. HR departments are responsible for I-9 verification and employment eligibility for their entire organization, so most HR hiring managers have direct experience with OPT, EAD cards, and work authorization documentation. That familiarity generally makes conversations about your status more straightforward than with hiring managers in technical or creative fields who rarely encounter these processes.
What happens to my HR Manager job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a timely filed receipt notice, you may be able to continue working under cap-gap protection through September 30 of that year. Your employer's HR or legal team should coordinate this carefully with your DSO. The timing between OPT expiration and the H-1B October 1 start date is the most critical window to manage, so begin that conversation with your employer well in advance.