ECM Lead Care Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Lead Care Manager (LCM) provides direct service, as well as coordinates care management and functions as a part of a "Care Team" for the Enhanced Care Management Program (ECM). The LCM oversees specific cases, coordinates health care benefits, provides education and facilitates client access to care in a timely and cost-effective manner. The LCM collaborates and communicates with clients, caregivers/family support persons, and other providers to promote wellness, recovery, independence, resilience, and empowerment, while ensuring access to appropriate services and maximizing client benefit. The LCM also serves as an advocate for clients, an active client of the interdisciplinary team, a liaison with other programs and external health and social service providers in the community.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Enhanced Care Management (ECM) is a Medi-Cal benefit for individuals with complex medical and social circumstances that addresses their clinical and non-clinical needs through intensive coordination of health and health-related services.