Care Path Manager

Care Path Manager (Case Manager) | Orange County

Alter Behavioral Health is an adult mental health treatment provider with a network of upscale inpatient residential facilities in Orange County and San Diego.

• Schedule: Full-Time | Varies by Program Needs
• Competitive Compensation: $71,000 - $73,000/year (DOE)
• Location: You will be assigned to one of our Orange County residential facilities located in Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Capistrano Beach, or Irvine.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution | 401(k) with employer match up to 6% | PTO & CA Paid Sick Leave | Gym membership/wellness reimbursement (up to $50/month) | Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities

Make an Impact Every Day

At Alter Behavioral Health, leadership is more than oversight — it’s influence, accountability, and compassion in action. As a Care Path Manager (Case Manager), you play a critical role in shaping both the client experience and the performance of the team supporting them.

This role is ideal for a strong, people-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced residential setting and is passionate about delivering high-quality behavioral health care.

What You’ll Do

Client Care & Treatment Oversight

• Provide compassionate, individualized support to clients throughout their treatment journey
• Monitor client progress and ensure alignment with treatment goals
• Collaborate closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic programming and client outcomes

Client Advocacy

• Represent client needs in treatment planning and interdisciplinary discussions
• Support continuity of care and coordination across services
• Promote adherence to program structure, expectations, and care plans

Crisis Intervention & Safety

• Respond promptly and effectively to behavioral or emotional escalations
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and involve clinical leadership when appropriate
• Ensure a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential environment

Staff Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise, coach, and support Care Coordinators in daily responsibilities
• Provide real-time feedback, performance guidance, and mentorship
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and ongoing staff development

Program Operations & Compliance

• Oversee daily residential operations to ensure efficiency and consistency
• Maintain accurate documentation and support audit readiness
• Ensure compliance with DHCS, DSS, and Joint Commission standards

Program Coordination

• Facilitate house meetings and support admissions and discharges
• Coordinate communication between departments to ensure continuity of care
• Support implementation of policies, procedures, and best practices