Care Coordinator Jobs in California
Care Coordinator jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with demand concentrated in managed care, hospital systems, and community health organizations serving the state's large Medi-Cal population. Los Angeles, San Diego, and Sacramento account for the heaviest hiring volume, where large employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Anthem Blue Cross maintain established care management teams. The most sought-after specialties include behavioral health coordination, complex case management, and utilization review. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of adolescents struggling with mental health issues.
Why ROWI?
- Culture of Care: We pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative work environment where your well-being is a priority.
- Work-Life Balance: Embrace a balanced professional life with no evening or weekend shifts, encouraging a healthy work-life harmony.
- Fun and Fulfillment: Enjoy a workplace where fun and professional fulfillment go hand in hand, ensuring every day is rewarding.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from competitive packages including healthcare, PTO, sick leave, and 401k matching, supporting both your personal and professional growth.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Program Director the Care Coordinator is responsible for anything related to the coordination of care for all ROWI clients. The Care Coordinator will coordinate individualized service including orientation, transportation, doctor visits, and schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensures programs and services are implemented at the highest standards and clients receive the highest level of care.
- Responsible for client supervision and ensuring they attend designated groups throughout programming.
- Facilitate assigned groups and activities as designated by the Facility Manager.
- Conduct client orientation for all admits on day of admission or assign to another staff if not available. Including UA screening, PHQ9 and other assessments as directed.
- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission Standards.
- Document shift reports and share pertinent information with the team.
- Coordinate the transportation schedule for all clients and drive clients as needed.
- Document all transportation and group activity in EMR.
- Administer and submit documentation in EMR for client Urine Analysis.
- Assist with facility cleanliness as needed.
- Responsible for coordinating client lunch daily.
- Serve as a role model to treatment staff, clients, employees, and guests through a positive, caring, and professional attitude.
- Maintain the confidential nature of clients and related activities.
- Comply with the dress code.
- Complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
- Attend designated staff and in-service meetings.
- Any additional duties as assigned by the management team.
- Ability to maintain clear boundaries with clients and staff, set limits and manage clients when in need of direct supervision. Maintains appropriate and professional interactions with clients and staff.
- All documentation in EMR must be submitted within 24 hours.
Other Related Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Proficient in basic computer skills.
- Able to maintain clear boundaries with clients and staff.
- Engage in appropriate written and verbal communication with families and other professionals.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
- Ability to set priorities and handle multiple assignments.
Basic Education and Experience Required:
- The Care Coordinator will have a minimum of a high school diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of two (2) years driving experience required.
- Minimum of 1-year working with kids in a therapeutic setting
- Experience with junior high or high school students is preferred.
Knowledge/Competencies:
- Must be able to communicate with people from all educational and cultural backgrounds.
- Must cope constructively with stressful situations.
- Must demonstrate tact, initiative, resourcefulness, professional manner, enthusiasm, and non-judgmental attitude.
- Documents clearly and efficiently.
- Must have strong written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and eligibility for insurance with agency’s vehicles.
- Must have valid First-Aid & CPR Certification or be willing to obtain.
The pay range for this role is:
21 - 23 USD per hour(Long Beach, CA)
At ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of adolescents struggling with mental health issues.
Why ROWI?
- Culture of Care: We pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative work environment where your well-being is a priority.
- Work-Life Balance: Embrace a balanced professional life with no evening or weekend shifts, encouraging a healthy work-life harmony.
- Fun and Fulfillment: Enjoy a workplace where fun and professional fulfillment go hand in hand, ensuring every day is rewarding.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from competitive packages including healthcare, PTO, sick leave, and 401k matching, supporting both your personal and professional growth.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Program Director the Care Coordinator is responsible for anything related to the coordination of care for all ROWI clients. The Care Coordinator will coordinate individualized service including orientation, transportation, doctor visits, and schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensures programs and services are implemented at the highest standards and clients receive the highest level of care.
- Responsible for client supervision and ensuring they attend designated groups throughout programming.
- Facilitate assigned groups and activities as designated by the Facility Manager.
- Conduct client orientation for all admits on day of admission or assign to another staff if not available. Including UA screening, PHQ9 and other assessments as directed.
- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission Standards.
- Document shift reports and share pertinent information with the team.
- Coordinate the transportation schedule for all clients and drive clients as needed.
- Document all transportation and group activity in EMR.
- Administer and submit documentation in EMR for client Urine Analysis.
- Assist with facility cleanliness as needed.
- Responsible for coordinating client lunch daily.
- Serve as a role model to treatment staff, clients, employees, and guests through a positive, caring, and professional attitude.
- Maintain the confidential nature of clients and related activities.
- Comply with the dress code.
- Complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
- Attend designated staff and in-service meetings.
- Any additional duties as assigned by the management team.
- Ability to maintain clear boundaries with clients and staff, set limits and manage clients when in need of direct supervision. Maintains appropriate and professional interactions with clients and staff.
- All documentation in EMR must be submitted within 24 hours.
Other Related Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Proficient in basic computer skills.
- Able to maintain clear boundaries with clients and staff.
- Engage in appropriate written and verbal communication with families and other professionals.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
- Ability to set priorities and handle multiple assignments.
Basic Education and Experience Required:
- The Care Coordinator will have a minimum of a high school diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of two (2) years driving experience required.
- Minimum of 1-year working with kids in a therapeutic setting
- Experience with junior high or high school students is preferred.
Knowledge/Competencies:
- Must be able to communicate with people from all educational and cultural backgrounds.
- Must cope constructively with stressful situations.
- Must demonstrate tact, initiative, resourcefulness, professional manner, enthusiasm, and non-judgmental attitude.
- Documents clearly and efficiently.
- Must have strong written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and eligibility for insurance with agency’s vehicles.
- Must have valid First-Aid & CPR Certification or be willing to obtain.
The pay range for this role is:
21 - 23 USD per hour(Long Beach, CA)
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Care Coordinator Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Pacific Health11
- PetVet Care Centers10
- ROWI8
- Adventist Health8
- Total Vision6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care coordinator jobs across California.
- Active California licensure as an RN, LCSW, or related clinical credential preferred by most employers
- Two or more years of case management or care coordination experience in a clinical setting
- Familiarity with Medi-Cal, Medicare, and managed care authorization processes
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong knowledge of community resources, social determinants of health, and discharge planning
- Case management certification such as CCM or ACM is frequently listed as a plus
Care Coordinator Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care coordinator in California?
Most California care coordinator roles require a clinical degree such as a bachelor's in nursing, social work, or a related health field, and many employers expect an active California RN license or a California-issued LCSW or LMFT for roles with a clinical focus. Non-licensed candidates can enter through health education or community health worker pathways, and earning a Certified Case Manager credential through the Commission for Case Manager Certification strengthens any application in the California market.
Which companies hire care coordinators in California?
California care coordinator roles are posted by Pacific Health, PetVet Care Centers, and ROWI and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large Medi-Cal managed care contracts and integrated health systems make it one of the most employer-dense markets for this role in the country.
Which California cities have the most care coordinator jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco have the highest concentration of care coordinator openings in California. Los Angeles leads due to the sheer size of its hospital network and community health infrastructure, while San Diego and Sacramento carry strong volume from major health plan headquarters, VA facilities, and county behavioral health programs that drive consistent hiring across those metro areas.
Are there remote care coordinator jobs in California?
Yes, but they're limited. About 31% of care coordinator openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects that the role often requires in-person patient contact, facility-based meetings, or hands-on discharge work. The portions most likely to be done remotely are telephonic utilization review, prior authorization follow-up, and care plan documentation for managed care plan roles.
How can I get hired as a care coordinator in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a care coordinator role from an adjacent position such as medical assistant, patient navigator, social work case aide, or health educator, all of which California health systems regularly hire without requiring prior coordination experience. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run new-graduate and career-transition programs that place candidates in coordinator support roles. Completing a community health worker certification through a California community college adds a credential that county health departments and federally qualified health centers recognize when screening entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to care coordinator jobs in California?
You can find and apply to care coordinator jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, managed care plans, and community health organizations. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, location, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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