Care Manager - Orange County HomeWell Care Services

HomeWell Care Services CA334 • Irvine, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

HomeWell Care Services is hiring a Care Manager to lead client assessments, develop personalized care plans, and coordinate consistent, high-quality care for clients in South Orange County. The role serves as a trusted connection among clients, families, caregivers, referral partners, and the healthcare community. It is a key leadership position in a growing, locally owned agency, with an opportunity to help shape care practices, team development, and agency culture.

This is a full-time, in-person position primarily on weekdays, with regular in-home visits across the service area. The position includes client assessments, supervisory visits, visits to referral and community partners, and participation in an on-call rotation for urgent client and scheduling needs. The service area focuses on Newport Beach and Laguna Beach and also includes Irvine, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, and San Clemente.

Compensation is $70,000–$85,000 per year based on experience, plus referral bonus. The employer also provides liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is not available. The franchise is independently owned and operated, and hiring decisions are made by the franchisee.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in home care, home health, hospice, assisted living, or a related senior care setting, including client-facing care coordination or management.
• Demonstrated experience conducting client assessments and developing care plans.
• Established professional relationships with referral sources in Orange County; relationships in the Irvine, Newport Beach, or Laguna Beach areas are particularly relevant.
• Exceptional responsiveness and communication skills with clients, families, caregivers, and professional partners.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation, a valid California driver’s license, and auto insurance.
• Proficiency with scheduling and care management software, email, and mobile communication.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to meet applicable background screening requirements.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.; the employer is unable to sponsor employment visas.

Nice To Haves

• Background in nursing (RN or LVN), social work, gerontology, or a related field.
• Experience and professional relationships with referral sources in the Irvine, Newport Beach, or Laguna Beach areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home client assessments and reassessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Match clients with caregivers based on client needs, preferences, caregiver skills, and compatibility.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients and families, responding promptly to questions, concerns, and changes in care needs.
• Conduct supervisory visits and quality checks to ensure care plans are followed.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, including hospitals, skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, assisted living communities, physicians, case managers, and senior care professionals.
• Represent HomeWell at community events and networking opportunities.
• Support caregiver onboarding, training, and ongoing coaching.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation in accordance with California Home Care Organization requirements.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for urgent client and scheduling needs.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus and referral bonus.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Training and professional development support.
• Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate.
• Monthly phone stipend.
• On-call stipend.
• Employer-provided liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage at no cost to employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed