Social Work and Advocacy Supervisor, PACE

The role

The Social Work and Advocacy Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the Social Work team, Participant Advocates, and behavioral health therapists. This leader ensures participant social, emotional, and advocacy needs are met through coordinated clinical and social care.

What you will do

• Lead and supervise the Social Work, Participant Advocacy, and Behavioral Health teams
• Provide coaching, guidance, and performance management to direct reports
• Oversee participant advocacy and the participant enrollment process
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex participant concerns
• Partner with the Interdisciplinary Team to assess participant needs and support care planning
• Coordinate team staffing, scheduling, and daily work assignments
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and government agencies
• Promote a culture of safety, dignity, belonging, and respect
• Drive continuous improvement by seeking feedback and identifying enhancement opportunities
• Perform in-depth reviews of participants at risk for disenrollment

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work (MSW) or an equivalent combination of education, licensure, and experience in social work, behavioral health, or a related human services field
• Must meet all applicable state requirements, including any required licensure or certification to practice as a Social Worker
• Minimum of 2 years of experience leading, supervising, or providing oversight to social work, care management, behavioral health, or participant-facing teams
• Demonstrated knowledge of the psychosocial, behavioral, and advocacy needs of frail older adults and individuals with complex medical and social needs
• Working knowledge of community-based services, government programs, and external resources that support older adults and their caregivers
• Ability to prioritize work, exercise sound judgment, and independently manage competing responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• Strong communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment
• Valid California driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Current auto insurance as required by state law

Nice to have

• Knowledge of PACE, value-based care, integrated healthcare delivery models, or other highly regulated healthcare environments
• LCSW
• Bilingual: Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) savings plan that includes a match
• Paid time off
• Company paid holidays

Before you apply

• Must provide proof of medical clearance, including TB screening
• Must comply with all required immunization and occupational health requirements
• Must comply with vaccination and infection control policies

About the company

Habitat Health empowers older adults to experience more good days in their homes and communities through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The company is supported by organizations including New Enterprise Associates, Kaiser Permanente, and Town Hall Ventures.