Care Manager - Orange County HomeWell Care Services

HomeWell Care Services CA334•Irvine, CA

4d•$70,000 - $85,000•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 across South Orange County, with a focus on Newport Beach and Laguna Beach and service to surrounding communities. This is a full-time, in-person leadership role at a growing, locally owned agency. The Care Manager serves as a trusted link among clients, families, caregivers, referral partners, and the healthcare community, and is the primary contact for families and referral partners. The position involves regular in-home visits, client assessments, supervisory visits, community and referral-partner visits, and participation in an on-call rotation for urgent client and scheduling needs. The Care Manager also supports caregiver onboarding, training, and coaching, maintains compliant client documentation, and helps shape the agency’s care delivery and team culture. The position is primarily scheduled on weekdays. Compensation is $70,000–$85,000 per year based on experience, plus referral bonus. Additional offerings include paid time off and holidays, mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate, a monthly phone stipend, an on-call stipend, professional development support, employer-provided liability insurance, and workers’ compensation coverage. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.

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.
Exceptional responsiveness and communication skills with clients, families, caregivers, and professional partners.
Strong organizational skills and comfort managing 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.

Nice To Haves

Established professional relationships with Orange County referral sources, ideally in the Irvine, Newport Beach, or Laguna Beach areas.
Background in nursing (RN or LVN), social work, gerontology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-home client assessments and reassessments and develop individualized care plans.
Match clients with caregivers based on needs, preferences, skills, and compatibility.
Serve as the primary contact for clients and families, responding promptly to questions, concerns, and changes in care needs.
Perform 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 line with California Home Care Organization requirements.
Participate in an on-call rotation for urgent client and scheduling needs.

Benefits

Competitive pay of $70,000–$85,000 per year based on experience, plus referral bonus.
Performance-based bonus.
Paid time off and holidays.
Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate.
Monthly phone stipend.
On-call stipend.
Professional development support.
Employer-provided liability insurance.
Workers’ compensation coverage at no cost to employees.
Training and development.