Supervisor, Care Management
HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by providing comprehensive, integrated, compassionate care that includes primary medical care, mental health services, and substance use disorder treatment.
This is a field-based position, requiring frequent travel. Primary service area : Orange County (may expand to neighboring counties as needed).
CalAIM is an initiative of the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to improve the quality of life and health outcomes of Medi-Cal recipients by implementing delivery system, program, and payment reforms across the Medi-Cal program. A key feature of CalAIM is the statewide introduction of an Enhanced Care Management (ECM) benefit and a menu of Community Supports, which, at the option of a Managed Care Plan (MCP), publicly funded health insurance plans for low-income citizens, can address the clinical and non-clinical needs of Populations of Focus with the most complex medical and social needs.
The Supervisor, Care Management will be responsible for overseeing the ECM program to serve members under the Managed Care Plan (MCP) by providing care by linking clients with appropriate services to address specific needs such as physical and mental health, substance use disorder, (residential and outpatient) employment, Justice-Involved concerns, housing, community resources, and aftercare. The Supervisor, Care Management is required to identify and engage with each member in the community, including the member's home, service provider locations and other, various locations requiring outreach. The Supervisor, Care Management will also hire, supervise, and train new staff incrementally, as the program grows to serve the expanding population.
Key Responsibilities :
- Organize, stabilize, and integrate the new project by meeting with representatives from the funding source (e.g., CalOptima or other local MCPs).
- Understand the needs of the population, referral and authorization processes, data-entry, and billing, to build a solid foundation for the program.
- Create a framework that allows for community-based program expansion.
- Organize patient care activities as outlined by the MCP and implement identified care coordination strategies.
Client Identification & Engagement :
Identify eligible individuals for MCP enrollment from State Prisons, County Jails, hospitals, and other locations.Use a variety of outreach and engagement strategies, including :In-person meetings at the client's location
Mail, email, texts, and phone callsStreet and community-level outreachCollaborate with client advocates as appropriate.Care Coordination & Case Management :
Maintain regular communication with all providers involved in the members' care team, including those related to Justice-Involved oversight.Ensure care is continuous and well-coordinated across :Primary care
Physical and developmental healthMental healthSubstance Use Disorder (SUD) treatmentHousing and social servicesSupport client engagement through :Medication coordination and reconciliation
Scheduling and remindersTransportation coordination and accompanimentRemoving other barriers to careAssessment & Client Support :
Participate in intake by completing assessments required by the MCP.Monitor clients' progress toward treatment plan goals and provide input.Complete Releases of Information (ROIs) and assess clients' care needs.Connect clients to services and resources, including :Medical and behavioral healthcare
Employment and education opportunitiesHousingCommunity and government resources (e.g., DPSS, DMV)Team Collaboration :
Engage with a multidisciplinary team to identify care gaps and obtain appropriate input.Collaborate with clients and families to support community reintegration.Coordinate with external agencies to support client access to needed resources.Clinical Documentation :
Write and complete all progress notes within 24 hours of service delivery.Write clients' progress letters and court reports.Oversee clinical documentation for Lead Care Management staff as team expands, within a timely manner.Training, Supervision, and Quality Improvement Responsibilities :
Facilitates Clinical Group and Individual Supervision with team of Lead Care Managers.Actively participates in agency and team meetings.Participates in training opportunities.Communicates collaboratively with all members of the behavioral health team including medical, mental health, psychiatry, substance use disorder, and other staff.Completes all assigned training and Relias trainings in a timely manner.Work Environment :
This is a field-based position, requiring frequent travel.Must have a dependable vehicle and valid insurance.Services are delivered in the community, at client-preferred locations such as :Homes
Medical facilitiesBehavioral health providersOffice space is available for documentation, clinical supervision, and training.Mileage for field-based work may be reimbursed.Primary service area : Orange County (may expand to neighboring counties as needed).Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, nursing, public health, or a related field with at least 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience in healthcare, social services, or a community-based setting.ORHigh School Diploma / GED with at least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in healthcare, social services, or a community-based setting.At least 3 years of case management experience working with high-need populations (Medi-Cal, Medi-Care and private Medical Insurance Plans).Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.Desired :
AOD Certification from an accredited certifying body (CCAPP, CAADE, CADTP).Two years' experience in the human service field and / or demonstrated expertise in substance abuse treatment, relapse prevention, and recovery.Experience working with clients experiencing acute withdrawal from substances.Experience with providing trauma-informed services.Experience delivering evidence-based practices preferred.Master's degree in social work (MSW), Counseling, Nursing, or a related behavioral health field.