Lead Care Manager - Enhanced Care Management

Sycamores • Pasadena, CA

3d • $25 - $28

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: Sycamores provides a spectrum of equitable mental health services through various programs to multicultural populations of all acuities. Although it serves a variety of consumers, the agency focuses primarily on providing care to low-income, high-needs, at-risk children, youth, their families, and adults. Under the new CalAIM initiative, Lead Care Managers (LCMs) work with Medi-Cal managed care Members under specific populations of focus for children/ families and adults to address social drivers of health. LCMs coordinate across the physical, substance abuse and behavioral health services delivery systems. The role of the LCM is to help Members learn skills to manage their healthcare and housing needs using an individualized, Member-centered care planning process. Starting Pay Range: $25 - $28 per hour (starting pay will be based on previous work experience and educational background.)

Requirements

• High school diploma or AA degree with one year of direct care experience required; two years of direct care experience preferred, OR Bachelor’s degree plus one year of direct care experience preferred.
• Maintains all required licenses and certifications.
• Bilingual capacity preferred.
• As this position requires regular and flexible travel between various client locations, driving is an essential function of this position. Candidate qualifications therefore include:
• Personal, reliable vehicle for travel to various locations.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Acceptable driving record as determined Agency policy.
• Proof of auto insurance meeting minimum coverage requirements.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of integrity.
• Travel occurs primarily locally during the hours when services need to be provided; some out-of-area travel may be required to meet the needs of the Members being served.
• Ability to work on a non-traditional work schedule to meet Member needs.
• Ability to travel and work in the community and in the home environment.
• Have strong computer and typing skills to complete necessary documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Homeless Services, Housing Navigation, Physical Health, Residential Facility, Group Home, Child Welfare or Juvenile Justice is highly desired.
• Knowledge of resources in LA County Service Planning Areas, a plus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees