Case Manager - Care Coordinator
Case Manager - Care Coordinator
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Job Description
Every person deserves compassion dignity and the safety of a place to call home.
Homelessness is the largest social and public health crisis in California. Illumination Health Home is a growing non-profit organization dedicated towards disrupting the cycle of homelessness by providing targeted interdisciplinary services in our recuperative care centers emergency shelters housing services and childrens and family programs. IF currently has 13 facilities with 22 micro-communities scattered across Orange County Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire.
Job Description
The Case Manager - Care Coordinator is responsible for providing comprehensive support services to families experiencing homelessness. This role involves conducting assessments developing individualized service plans coordinating care and connecting clients with resources such as housing employment healthcare and education. The ECM Case Manager works collaboratively with Emergency Shelters clients to promote stability self-sufficiency and long-term housing solutions while ensuring all services are delivered in a trauma-informed culturally competent and client-centered manner.
The pay range for this position is $24.00 per hour depending on experience.
Responsibilities
Administrative/Record Keeping
Collect and verify vital household documentation during intake; identify and initiate requests for any missing or necessary records.
Conduct comprehensive household assessments to evaluate client needs and develop individualized service and care plans with clearly defined short-term goals.
Perform initial and ongoing evaluations to reassess needs and modify care plans as necessary for optimal support.
Facilitate referrals and connect eligible clients to Enhanced Care Management (ECM) services.
Collaborate closely with Housing Navigators and internal departments at Illumination Foundation to support clients in achieving stable permanent housing; assist with coordination and logistics of housing move-ins.
Maintain organized confidential case files and generate accurate statistical reports for program performance monitoring and evaluation.
Ensure timely and accurate documentation of case notes service records and updates in AICA HMIS and CalOptima Connect systems.
Develop and maintain a network of partnerships with community service providers to expand available resources and strengthen referral pathways.
Engage in scheduled team meetings and interdisciplinary case conferences to discuss client progress and align care strategies.
Participate in audits team meetings and quality assurance reviews to ensure program compliance and continuous improvement.
Participate in regular supervision meetings to review client progress refine care strategies and enhance service delivery in alignment with organizational goals.
Direct Services
Collaborate with Care Team membersincluding Care Coordinators primary care physicians and other healthcare providersto ensure integrated client-centered care.
Connect ECM members to essential social services and supports such as transportation food assistance and behavioral health resources.
Coordinate discharge planning by working closely with hospital staff to ensure smooth transitions of care and continuity of support post-discharges.
Conduct regular follow-up meetings with clients to reassess household needs update service goals and ensure progress is being made.
Provide targeted referrals to appropriate community resources and services and follow up to confirm successful linkage and engagement.
Observe for indicators of emotional physical or sexual abuse and report concerns to Child Protective Services (CPS) in accordance with mandated reporting laws.
Advocate on behalf of clients in areas such as housing healthcare access education and overall social and emotional wellbeing.
Assist clients with accessing transportation resources to support attendance at appointments services or essential activities.
Encourage and facilitate client participation in Illumination Home Health programs workshops and community activities to promote engagement and empowerment.
Collaborate with parents and work closely with CFPNs (Child and Family Program Navigators) to address concerns related to parenting child development school attendance and family dynamics.
Provide referrals and resources for children based on assessed needs to support healthy development and academic success.
Preferred Experience/Minimum Qualifications
Required:Bachelors degree in Social Services Human Services or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education training and relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in case management or a related role within nonprofit settings homeless services mental health or supportive housing programs.
Basic computer proficiency including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel Outlook) and database systems such as HMIS.
Valid California drivers license and a clean driving record.
Reliable personal vehicle with current proof of auto insurance.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with diverse populations interdisciplinary teams and community partners.
Preferred:
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness as well as those living with mental health conditions or physical/behavioral disabilities.
Familiarity with Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) models and housing-first approaches to care.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly desirable and strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance funded up to 91% by Illumination Foundation (Kaiser and Blue Shield) depending on the plan
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life AD&D and LTD Insurance funded 100% by Illumination Foundation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- 401K with Company Matching
- 10days vacation PTO/year
- 6 days sick PTO/year
- 10 days holiday PTO/year
- Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSFL) for federally qualified loans
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
