ECM Care Coordinator: Housing & Resource Advocate

Libertana; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Libertana is seeking an ECM Case Manager to coordinate care for ECM Program clients in the Santa Barbara area. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and connect clients with housing, health, and social services to promote independence and stability.

The role requires experience with homeless or low-income populations, strong communication, and ability to drive as needed. Hybrid work and California location are specified.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience working with homeless and/or low and mixed-income populations, as well as substance abuse, and severe mental health issues.
• Knowledge of community and housing resources and government benefits/welfare system.
• The individual must have good verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to make sound clinical judgments regarding client care.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and is in good working order, in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements.
• Possesses current CPR certification.
• Pre-employment physical including TB screening or chest X-ray as required by agency policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with individuals/entities to ensure a seamless experience for members and avoid duplication of services.
• Advocate for members to help navigate healthcare and manage care.
• Develop and implement Patient-Centered Care Plans with bio-psycho-social assessments.
• Maintain care plans and charting in the EMR system.
• Facilitate linkage to community resources, mental health, substance abuse and medical services.

Skills

Experience with homeless populations

Strong verbal & written communication

Driver with insured vehicle

Motivational interviewing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Care or related field

CPR certification

Job description

Libertana is seeking an ECM Case Manager to coordinate care for ECM Program clients in the Santa Barbara area. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and connect clients with housing, health, and social services to promote independence and stability.

The role requires experience with homeless or low-income populations, strong communication, and ability to drive as needed. Hybrid work and California location are specified.