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Care Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

About Arvum Senior Living Arvum Senior Living proudly manages Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across 8 different states, representing over 2,000 units throughout the Gulf Coast and ...

Job Summary Provides support for care management/care coordination long-term services and supports (LTSS)-specific activities. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team coordinating integrated ...

Clinical Care Manager

Des Moines, IA

$63K - $87K/yr

Our Clinical Care Managers lead a team of RNs and LPNs to deliver high-quality home health care services. This role ensures care is provided in accordance with physician orders, regulatory ...

Clinical Care Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Excellent career growth opportunities Our Clinical Care Managers lead a team of RNs and LPNs to deliver high-quality home health care services. This role ensures care is provided in accordance with ...

$83.98 - $111.27/hr

A Brief Overview The Assistant Patient Care Manager is responsible for assisting the Patient Care Manager with clinical management and administrative coordination of a designated patient care unit(s ...

Elkader Medical Center The Patient Care Manager manages the day-to-day operations and upholds clinical practice standards of the department. Provides positive leadership and problem-solving skills ...

Elkader Medical Center The Patient Care Manager manages the day-to-day operations and upholds clinical practice standards of the department. Provides positive leadership and problem-solving skills ...

Elkader Medical Center The Patient Care Manager manages the day-to-day operations and upholds clinical practice standards of the department. Provides positive leadership and problem-solving skills ...

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$24.4K

$52.9K

$94.4K

How much do care manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for care manager in Iowa is $52,934.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,400.00 and $60,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Care Manager vs Social Worker?

AspectCare ManagerSocial Worker
CredentialsCertifications like CCM or CMC, relevant healthcare trainingLicensure as LCSW, LSW, or LMSW, social work degree
Work EnvironmentHealthcare settings, patient homes, clinicsHospitals, community agencies, schools
Employer & IndustryHospitals, insurance companies, senior care facilitiesHospitals, social service agencies, mental health clinics

Care Managers and Social Workers both support patient well-being but differ in focus. Care Managers primarily coordinate healthcare services and manage care plans, while Social Workers address broader social and emotional needs, often providing counseling and resource connection. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right professional for specific support needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a care manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Care Manager, you need a background in healthcare or social work, strong case management skills, and often a relevant certification such as CCM (Certified Case Manager). Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, care planning software, and risk assessment tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help Care Managers build trust with clients and coordinate multidisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring clients receive comprehensive, effective care tailored to their needs.

What are some common challenges faced by care managers when coordinating care among multidisciplinary teams?

Care Managers often encounter challenges such as ensuring consistent communication among healthcare providers, managing differing treatment recommendations, and aligning care plans with patients’ preferences and insurance requirements. Navigating these complexities requires strong organizational skills and the ability to advocate for patients while balancing input from physicians, nurses, social workers, and family members. Developing effective collaboration strategies and staying current with care coordination best practices can help Care Managers overcome these obstacles and deliver high-quality patient outcomes.

What is a care manager?

A Care Manager is a professional who coordinates and manages care plans for individuals, often those with complex health or social needs. They work closely with patients, families, healthcare providers, and community resources to ensure that all aspects of a person's care are organized and effective. Care Managers assess needs, develop care plans, monitor progress, and advocate for clients to help them achieve the best possible outcomes. This role is common in healthcare settings, long-term care facilities, and social service agencies.
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Infographic showing various Care Manager job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,934 per year, or $25.4 per hour.

Care Manager

Addington Place of Spirit Lake

Spirit Lake, IA • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

About Arvum Senior Living

Arvum Senior Living proudly manages Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across 8 different states, representing over 2,000 units throughout the Gulf Coast and Midwest region. Rooted in our Pillars of Excellence, Arvum creates purpose-driven environments where seniors are supported with compassion and where Team Members find meaningful work, strong culture, and continuous opportunities to grow.

As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in the country, Arvum communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. At Arvum, your purpose and your growth are important to us. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every Team Member can build a rewarding and enriching career.

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

  • Competitive wages
  • Access to wages before payday
  • Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
  • Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
  • Full benefit package including health, dental, vision and more (full-time)
  • 401(K) with employer matching
  • Paid training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Meals and uniforms

The Care Giver's role includes providing hands on care and physical and emotional support to each resident while maintaining a safe and comfortable home like environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining cleanliness of resident’s room and work areas
  • Helping residents maintain independence, promoting dignity and physical safety of each resident
  • Participating and assisting residents with activities of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed
  • Engaging residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities

Qualifications:

  • Certified Nurse’s Aid certification preferred
  • High School diploma/GED
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Previous experience working with seniors preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Residents, management and co-workers
  • Superior customer service skills
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities
  • Must demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to WorkCertification for 2025-2026!

A large part of what makes Discovery different from othercompanies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At DiscoverySenior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensurethe lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest valueproposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that theenvironment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. Inaddition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply ofnew energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to otherfar-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.

Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world ofsenior living. Discover Your Purpose!

Our Culture & Values

So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who weare and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified bycertain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make upthe fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE,ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY.

Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up aroadmap which helps us foster innovation and success.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits packagethat includes competitive pay with early access to earned wages, flexiblescheduling, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid timeoff and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and growthopportunities, uniforms (where applicable), and additional perks such as anEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer time off, and wellness-relatedbenefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebratediversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all teammembers. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level ofresponsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties.Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able toperform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation,as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies.Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly.

Employment Scam Warning

We only post jobs on our official careers site and acceptapplications through that platform. We do not conduct interviews via text orsocial media or ask for personal or banking information.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal,state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiringpractices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may becontingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federallyrequired background screenings, which may include criminal history checks,fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registryverification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roleswith direct or indirect resident access.

Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements underfederal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well asstate-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary byrole and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as acondition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and helpmaintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members.

Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicantswill be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening throughthe AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.