Center Manager (PACE)

habitathealth

West Covina, CA -onsite · West Covina

Posted Jul 10, 2026

Contract
West Covina PACE

Job description

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), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, and in‑home assistance. 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, our mission‑driven care 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.

Estimated Start Date: 11/2/2026

Role Scope: The PACE Center Manager oversees the daily operations of the Habitat Health PACE Center to ensure safe, efficient, and participant‑centered delivery of services. Reporting to the Center Executive Director, the Center Manager leads and supports clinical, social, and operational staff, ensuring smooth coordination across all center‑based workflows. This role is responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting interdisciplinary team (IDT) processes, and ensuring participants experience high‑quality care while at the Center. The Center Manager partners closely with the Medical Director, Clinical Services Director, and Practice Operations leadership to meet performance goals, uphold quality standards, and foster a positive, collaborative environment for participants and staff.

Core Responsibilities & Expectations for the Role

Oversee daily PACE Center operations, including participant flow, staffing, scheduling, and coordination of services to ensure safe and efficient care delivery.

Participate as an active member of the IDT and support other members by ensuring timely assessments, care planning activities, documentation, and collaboration across clinical and social care disciplines.

Maintain compliance with PACE, CMS, DHCS, ADHC, and state regulations, including monitoring documentation accuracy, regulatory timelines, and audit readiness.

Lead and support center staff through coaching, performance management, workflow guidance, and fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork.

Monitor operational and quality performance metrics, identify gaps, and implement improvements to meet Center level goals and service level agreements (SLAs).

Address operational barriers, participant concerns, and workflow issues in real time, escalating complex challenges when appropriate.

Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming Center environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, infection control standards, and emergency preparedness requirements.

Partner with the Medical Director, Clinical Services Manager/Director, and Practice Operations leadership to align daily operations with organizational priorities and participant needs.

Perform related duties as assigned to support smooth Center operations and high‑quality participant experience.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree Health Care Administration, Business Administration, or Public Health or equivalent work experience.

Three (3) to five (5) years of experience leading teams in a senior care services area working with elderly population.

Ability to work cross-functionally with clinicians, leaders, stakeholders and communicate effectively at all levels.

Strong decision-making skills with ability to prioritize needs across the Center, plan and execute scalable processes.

Proven ability to lead strong teams, manage and drive performance, and deliver on organizational and team goals effectively

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:

Bilingual

PACE or ADHC/CBAS experience

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, or community environments depending on role needs.

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 clinic tools (e.g., computers, phones, 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 $105,000 - $119,000 annually and is bonus eligible.

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.

Vaccination Policy, including COVID-19

To help maintain a safe environment for our participants and team members, Habitat Health maintains vaccination 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 Health will 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 to the 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 require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform the essential functions of a position, or receive other employment benefits and privileges, please contact us at careers@habitathealth.com.

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

E-Verify Participation Notice

Habitat Health participates in 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 completed the Form I-9 and to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Habitat Health complies with all federal and state employment eligibility verification requirements.

Beware of Scams and Fraud

Habitat Health is committed to protecting job seekers from recruitment scams. Please ensure that you submit applications only through Habitat Health's official careers website or authorized job boards.

Official communications from Habitat Health recruiters and team members will come from email addresses ending in @habitathealth.com. Habitat Health will never ask applicants to pay fees, purchase equipment, or provide sensitive financial information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.

If you receive suspicious communications claiming to represent Habitat Health, we encourage you to exercise caution and independently verify the communication before responding.

If you believe you have been the victim of a recruitment scam or fraudulent job posting, please report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) through its fraud reporting website at reportfraud.ftc.gov.