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Lead Care Manager

SPIRITT Family Services
South El Monte, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026

Program: Administration

Location: South El Monte

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Language: Bilingual Preferred

Pay Range: $23-$29

Job Description

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Lead Care Manager (LCM) provides direct service, as well as coordinates care management and functions as a part of a "Care Team" for the Enhanced Care Management Program (ECM). The LCM oversees specific cases, coordinates health care benefits, provides education and facilitates client access to care in a timely and cost-effective manner. The LCM collaborates and communicates with clients, caregivers/family support persons, and other providers to promote wellness, recovery, independence, resilience, and empowerment, while ensuring access to appropriate services and maximizing client benefit. The LCM also serves as an advocate for clients, an active client of the interdisciplinary team, a liaison with other programs and external health and social service providers in the community while exemplifying agency core values and adhere to agency mission and vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Assess client needs in the areas of physical health; mental health; SUD; oral health; trauma- informed care; social supports; housing; vocational/employment; wellness; and referral and linkage to community-based services and supports.
  • Oversees the development and implementation of the Individual Care Plan/Health Action Plan
  • Offer services where the client lives, seeks care, or finds most easily accessible, including office-based, telehealth, or field-based services.
  • Connect clients to other social services and supports that are needed (e.g., community support group).
  • With permission, coordinate/advocate on behalf of client with health care professionals (e.g., PCP)
  • Utilize evidence-based practices, such as Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction Techniques, and Trauma- Informed Care principles.
  • Work collaboratively with hospital staff regarding Transitional Care Planning
  • Conduct outreach and engagement activities to facilitate linkage to the ECM program. Outreach and Engagement consists of phone calls, mailed information, and field visits.
  • Accompany clients to office visits, as needed and appropriate.
  • Evaluate progress and update goals.
  • Provide mental health promotion.
  • Arrange transportation
  • Complete all documentation within the timeframes established by the individual action plans
  • Attend weekly staff/team meetings and supervision.
  • Attend training as assigned (e.g., ACEs Certification).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

To perform effectively in this position, the individual must have:

  • Interpersonal savvy, demonstrated by the ability to interact with and influence people to establish trust and build strong relationships
  • Ability to do home visits and outreach
  • Experience with usage of EMR/EHRs/Care Management software
  • Strong organization skills and ability to manage and maintain a personal schedule
  • Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently within a virtual operating environment and as part of a team
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to exercise judgment in the application of professional services
  • Active listening skills and genuine compassion for others
  • Enjoys collaboration within a team environment and working with people of different skills and experience
  • Knowledge of community resources in the local market
  • Able to maintain clear professional boundaries with patients and coworkers
  • Commitment to represent the company with professionalism
  • Demonstrates cultural competency and ability to work with diverse groups of community clients
  • Comfortable using computer for documentation, communication, and organizing work

Skill Requirements:

  • Ability to provide services to various ethnic/cultural groups in the community.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience managing crisis and provide crisis intervention.
  • Organized and able to meet documentation deadlines as required by funding contracts.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including self-awareness, conflict resolution, open to feedback and supervision, and able to take personal responsibility for job performance
  • Able to promote a positive work environment and maintain professional boundaries
  • Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Record Systems
  • Preferable bachelor’s degree in a related field or extensive experience in a related field

We value the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • 15 Paid Holidays annually (With extra Personal and Wellness Holiday)
  • 14 Vacation Days, with increases based on years of service
  • 1 hour for every 30 hours worked sick time (with 120 hours max)
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan available on day one, with employer matching
  • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits for staff
  • Employee wellness programs, including mental health support and work-life balance initiatives

Join a team that prioritizes your growth, health, and passion for community service.

SPIRITT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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please email your resume to careers@spiritt.org and indicate the position for which you are interested. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Salary : $23 - $29

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