Care Manager Jobs in California

Care Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in managed care organizations, integrated health systems, and community-based behavioral health programs, with openings from entry-level case coordinator roles through senior care management directors. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers like Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and Anthem Blue Cross California maintain deep care management operations. The most in-demand specialties are behavioral health care management, complex case management for high-risk populations, and utilization management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles378+
Top employerProvidence
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring147
Work type52% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Care Manager RN - Case Management
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Care Manager RN - Case Management
Providence
Santa Rosa, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
$68.96 - $107.05/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
10,000+

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Care Manager RN - Utilization Management
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Care Manager RN - Utilization Management
Providence
Torrance, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
$57.28 - $88.92/hr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in nursing
10,000+

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Program Manager V - Care Experience, People, Culture
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Program Manager V - Care Experience, People, Culture
Kaiser Permanente
Daly City, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$162k - $209k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Care Manager
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Registered Nurse Care Manager
Heritage Health Network
Riverside, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Coding & Billing
$95k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in social work

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Staff Product Manager, AI for Care
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Staff Product Manager, AI for Care
Verily Health
San Bruno, California
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$170k - $255k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Care Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
18 jobs
San Diego
17 jobs
Sacramento
16 jobs
San Jose
11 jobs
Palo Alto
8 jobs
Long Beach
8 jobs
Orange
6 jobs
San Bernardino
6 jobs

Care Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Providence23
  • Sunrise Senior Living21
  • Kaiser Permanente15
  • Independent Living Systems12
  • Adventist Health11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance
  • Education
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in care manager jobs across California.

  • Active California RN license or licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) credential required by most employers
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or a related healthcare field
  • Case management certification such as CCM or ACM preferred or required
  • Minimum two years of clinical experience in a hospital, health plan, or community health setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems and care management platforms
  • Strong knowledge of California Medicaid (Medi-Cal) managed care policies and utilization review processes

Care Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a care manager in California?

Most care manager roles in California require either an active California Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential from the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Employers typically look for a bachelor's degree in nursing or social work plus clinical experience. Earning a Certified Case Manager credential from the Commission for Case Manager Certification strengthens your application significantly.

Which companies hire care managers in California?

Employers hiring care managers in California right now include Providence, Sunrise Senior Living, and Kaiser Permanente, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems and managed care plans drive consistent demand, particularly for care managers who can work across Medi-Cal and commercial insurance populations.

Which California cities have the most care manager jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego have the most care manager openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco lead because of their density of major health plans, academic medical centers, and community health organizations, while San Diego's strong military healthcare presence and growing biotech sector add further demand in that region.

Are there remote care manager jobs in California?

Yes, though they are selective. About 48% of care manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that some telephonic and utilization review functions can be performed off-site. Roles focused on in-person home visits, hospital transitions, or direct patient assessments remain predominantly on-site.

How can I get hired as a care manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying as a care coordinator or case coordinator at a California Medi-Cal managed care plan or large integrated system such as Kaiser Permanente or Dignity Health, which regularly post roles designed for clinicians newer to case management. Moving laterally from a utilization review, discharge planning, or home health role is also common. Obtaining your California RN or LCSW licensure and completing a case management fundamentals course before applying gives you a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to care manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to care manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, managed care plans, and community health organizations. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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