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Behavioral health case managers are actively recruited by hospitals, community mental health centers, and managed care organizations that sponsor H-1B visa and EB-3 visas for qualified candidates. Most roles require a master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related field, plus licensure. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Anticipated End Date:
2026-05-20
Position Title:
Behavioral Health Case Manager I, Pediatric and Adult Care Coordination
Job Description:
Behavioral Health Case Manager I
Location:
Denver or Colorado Springs, CO
Virtual:
This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.
The Behavioral Health Case Manager I is responsible for performing case management telephonically and/or by home visits within the scope of licensure for members with behavioral health and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder needs.
How you will make an impact:
- Uses appropriate screening criteria knowledge and clinical judgment to assess member needs.
- Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and develops care plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment.
- Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of care plan and modifies plan as needed.
- Supports member access to appropriate quality and cost-effective care.
- Coordinates with internal and external resources to meet identified needs of the members and collaborates with providers.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires MA/MS in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral health field or a degree in nursing, and minimum of 3 years clinical experience in social work counseling with broad range of experience with complex psychiatric and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder treatment; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
- Current active unrestricted license such as RN LCSW (as applicable by state law and scope of practice) LMHC LICSW LPC (as allowed by applicable state laws) LMFT or Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in Colorado required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
- Experience in case management and telephonic and/or in person coaching with members with a broad range of complex psychiatric/substance abuse and/or medical disorders preferred.
- Experience with pediatric population and community-based services in Colorado is strongly preferred.
- Previous pediatric and adult care coordination experience is preferred.
For candidates working in person or virtually in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $64,240 to $105,996
Location: Colorado
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.
- The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Job Level:
Non-Management Exempt
Job Family:
MED > Licensed/Certified Behavioral Health Role
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Behavioral Health Case Manager
Confirm your licensure transfers across state lines
Many behavioral health case manager roles require an LCSW, LPC, or LCMHC. Licensure requirements vary by state, and some states have lengthy endorsement processes that can delay your start date and complicate visa timing significantly.
Understand that your degree field matters as much as your degree level
H-1B specialty occupation requires a degree in a directly related field. A master's in social work or counseling strongly supports approval. A general psychology or business degree may face USCIS scrutiny depending on the role's specific duties.
Ask employers about PERM sponsorship early
Behavioral health case manager roles appear frequently in PERM labor certification filings, meaning green card sponsorship is realistic. Raise this in later-stage interviews to confirm whether the employer sponsors only H-1B or also supports permanent residence.
Prepare documentation of your clinical hours and supervision
Many case manager roles require verified supervised clinical hours for licensure. Gather transcripts, supervisor letters, and hour logs before applying. Consular officers and USCIS reviewers may request evidence linking your credentials directly to the offered position.
Factor premium processing into your timeline planning
Behavioral health case manager H-1B petitions can take three to six months under regular processing. If your OPT or current status is expiring, ask your employer upfront whether they'll pay for premium processing to reduce that window to 15 business days.
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Do behavioral health case manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but the approval depends on how the role is written. Positions requiring a master's degree in social work, counseling, or clinical psychology as a minimum qualification generally satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation standard. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to support. Employers should structure job postings to specify the degree field requirement clearly, and applicants should verify the posting aligns with their credentials before applying.
Which visa categories are most common for sponsored behavioral health case managers?
H-1B is the most common path for master's-level behavioral health case managers. EB-3 (skilled worker) is frequently used for PERM-based green card sponsorship in this field. Some nonprofit or government-affiliated employers qualify for H-1B cap exemption, meaning you can apply year-round without waiting for the annual lottery. To find employers actively sponsoring these positions, browse Migrate Mate, which curates verified sponsorship opportunities for international candidates.
Is a master's degree required for visa sponsorship in this role?
A master's degree in social work, clinical counseling, or a related behavioral health field is the standard credential for H-1B sponsorship in this role. Some employers accept a bachelor's degree with substantial clinical experience, but that makes establishing specialty occupation status significantly harder. USCIS looks at both the degree level and its direct relevance to the specific job duties. A clinical master's degree is the strongest foundation for a successful petition.
How competitive is the H-1B lottery for behavioral health case manager positions?
Most behavioral health case managers hold a master's degree, which places their petition in the master's cap pool. The master's cap has a higher selection rate than the regular cap because 20,000 additional slots are reserved for advanced degree holders. In recent fiscal years, master's cap selection rates have run roughly 10 to 15 percentage points higher than the regular cap rate. Nonprofit hospitals and Federally Qualified Health Centers are often cap-exempt, eliminating the lottery risk entirely.
Do state licensure requirements affect my ability to get visa sponsorship?
Licensure can directly affect your sponsorship timeline. If the offered position requires an active LCSW or LPC and you're currently completing supervised hours toward licensure, some employers will sponsor you conditionally while you finish that process. Others will not sponsor until licensure is in hand. Clarify this before accepting an offer, since a delayed license can push back your H-1B start date and create gaps in work authorization if your OPT or grace period expires in the interim.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Behavioral Health Case Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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