Functional Wellness Supervisor

Habitat-Health; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Job summary

Habitat Health is seeking a Functional Wellness Supervisor to lead the rehab team at our PACE center in California. The role focuses on high‑quality, participant‑centered rehab services, coordinating therapy programs and aligning with CMS and state standards.

You will drive performance, data-driven improvements, and cross‑department collaboration to support independence and safety. You will supervise PT/OT and alignment of functional wellness programming, while fostering a welcoming, inclusive

Qualifications

• Unrestricted OT or PT license in state of practice, or eligible, with bachelor’s degree.
• 2–4 years of experience, with at least 1 leading people.
• Geriatric rehab experience and functional assessments.
• Strong knowledge of PACE regulations, CMS requirements, and licensure standards.
• Experience developing functional wellness programs and fall-prevention initiatives.
• Ability to interpret clinical and operational data to drive improvements.
• Collaborative, patient-centered care planning and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead rehabilitation and functional wellness services at the Center to support independence, safety, and quality of life.
• Oversee Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and integrated functional wellness programming.
• Align clinical operations with CMS regulations, state licensure standards, and organizational goals.
• Partner with interdisciplinary team and center leadership to ensure evidence-based interventions and care plans.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and workflows; coach performance and ensure coverage.
• Monitor KPIs (utilization, functional outcomes, patient satisfaction) and drive quality improvement via audits and corrective actions.
• Build a data-driven practice by standardizing outcome measures and reporting dashboards.
• Support efforts to reduce preventable hospitalizations through proactive interventions.
• Lead fall prevention and recovery initiatives; risk screening and coordination with nursing and providers.
• Champion innovation by piloting programs/tools and scaling best practices across centers.
• Emphasize functional wellness to reduce acute utilization and aging-in-place.

Skills

Therapy leadership

Geriatric rehab

CMS regulations

Data-driven

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

OT or PT license

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Habitat Health empowers older adults to experiencemore gooddays in their homes and communities. Through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, andin ‑ homeassistance. We deliver coordinated clinical and social care in our centers and directly in participants’ homes, creating a fully integrated experience that brings peace of mind and a true sense of belonging. As we expand our scalable, affordable PACE model to meet the growing and complex needs of aging populations, ourmission ‑ drivencare teams continue to help participants live well on their own terms.

Habitat Health is supported by leading healthcare organizations and investors including New Enterprise Associates, Kaiser Permanente, and Town Hall Ventures. We are entering a period of significant growth and are looking for exceptional teammates to help us scale a better model of care for older adults. To learn more, visit www.habitathealth.com.

Role Scope : The Functional Wellness Supervisor leads and directly oversees the rehab team which includes Physical Therapists (PT), Occupational Therapists (OT), Aides, and Home Care Coordinators at the PACE center. This role ensures that therapy interventions are high-quality, participant-centered care that supports independence, safety, and quality of life. The Functional Wellness Supervisor facilitates functional wellness programming, performance improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration. This role is responsible for the day-to-day team supervision, training and competency oversight, and regulatory compliance for the rehab team working in close partnership with Center leadership and the interdisciplinary team.

Core Responsibilities & Expectations for the Role

• Lead rehabilitation and functional wellness services at the Center to support independence, safety, and quality of life.
• Provide oversight for Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and integrated functional wellness programming.
• Align clinical operations with PACE regulations, CMS requirements, state licensure standards, and organizational goals.
• Partner with the interdisciplinary team and center leadership to ensure clinically appropriate, evidence-based, participant-centered interventions and care plans.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and workflows; coach performance and ensure reliable service coverage.
• Monitor key performance indicators (utilization, functional outcomes, and participant satisfaction) and drive quality improvement through audits and corrective actions.
• Build a data-driven practice by standardizing functional outcome measures, strengthening documentation of measurable progress, and creating reporting/dashboards that translate outcomes into operational and clinical insight.
• Support efforts to reduce preventable hospitalizations through proactive functional interventions and coordinated care.
• Lead fall prevention and recovery initiatives: screening and risk assessment, individualized and group interventions (balance/strength training, environmental modification, caregiver education), incident analysis/root cause review, and coordination with nursing and medical providers.
• Champion innovation and continuous learning by integrating current geriatric rehabilitation research, piloting new programs/tools, evaluating impact, and scaling best practices across PACE centers.
• Emphasize functional wellness to reduce acute utilization, recovery after hospitalization/illness and long-term aging-in-place.

Required Qualifications:

• Unrestricted Occupational or Physical Therapy license in the state of practice (or eligible for licensure) with a bachelor’s degree from accredited program.
• Two to four years of experience with at least one of those leading people including performance coaching, scheduling and workflow management.
• Demonstrated experience in geriatric rehabilitation, functional assessments, and evidence-based interventions.
• Strong knowledge of PACE regulations, CMS requirements, and state licensure standards.
• Experience developing or overseeing functional wellness programs, fall-prevention initiatives, and aging-in-place strategies.
• Ability to interpret and act on clinical and operational data, including functional outcome measures and KPIs driving quality improvement, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration and participant-centered care planning.
• Excellent communication skills with a commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and joyful center environment.
• Aligns with our purpose and our values, and is excited about living those out in daily practice
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with comfort navigating ambiguity, adapting quickly, and contributing to continuous improvement
• Strong learning and growth mindset, including seeking feedback, engaging in healthy debate and using data and curiosity to inform decisions.
• Acts with integrity and ownership, considering the broader organizational impact, doing the right thing, and following through to deliver results.

Nice to have:

• Advanced degree in PT or OT.

Essential Functions & Physical Requirements

The following statements describe the general nature of work and physical expectations common across roles at Habitat Health. Specific responsibilities may vary by position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Team members in this role may be expected to:

• Work in healthcare, administrative, and community environments.
• Communicate effectively with participants, caregivers, team members, and other stakeholders in person, by phone, and through electronic systems.
• Remain stationary and/or move about for extended periods, consistent with job duties.
• Operate standard office equipment and/or clinical tools (e.g., computers, phones, medical devices, documentation systems).
• Travel between work sites or community locations as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, infection control protocols, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Perform tasks that may involve bending, reaching, lifting, or assisting participants, depending on role responsibilities.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull supplies, equipment, or materials typically up to 25–50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids, depending on job duties and role responsibilities.

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $117,000 - $144,000 . This position is also eligible for a target annual bonus and may be eligible for additional incentive compensation, as applicable.

The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographical location, and business needs.

In addition, this position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) savings plan that includes a match; paid time off; and company paid holidays.

At-Will Employment

Employment with Habitat Health is at-will. This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job posting or any other company document is intended to create a contract of employment, express or implied, or to alter the at-will nature of employment.

Any written or oral statements to the contrary are not authorized unless made in writing and signed by an authorized representative of the Company.

To helpmaintaina safe environment for our participants and team members, Habitat Healthmaintainsvaccination and infection control policies applicable to certain roles and work locations. For COVID-19 and influenza, team members who are working in a participant care setting are required to provide either proof of vaccination or a signed declination form and comply with applicable masking requirements while in a care setting to the extent permitted by law in the applicable jurisdiction.

Habitat Healthwill consider requests for reasonable accommodation based on an applicant's disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance in accordance with applicable law.

As a condition of employment, team members are expected to comply with all applicable infection control protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and vaccination requirements associated with their role and work location, and to the extent required by law and as permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

Habitat Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed tothe principles of equal opportunity and inclusion.Employment decisions at Habitat Health are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Habitat Health is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with applicable law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with religious beliefs, practices, or observances that require accommodation.

If you requirea reasonableaccommodation toparticipatein the application or interview process, perform the essential functions of a position, or receive other employment benefits and privileges, please contact us at [e-mail] .

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if their experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed.

Habitat Healthparticipatesin E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from your Form I-9 to confirm your authorization to work in the United States.

If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization to work, Habitat Health will provide you with written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and/or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken, including termination of employment.

E-Verify is used only after an applicant has accepted an offer of employment and completedthe FormI-9and to the extentpermittedbyapplicable law.

Habitat Healthcomplies withall federal and state employment eligibility verification requirements.