Adam Salas
Paramount
Summary
Hardworking and Determined
Lead case management professional with strong track record in guiding teams and achieving results. Skilled in client assessment, resource coordination, and conflict resolution. Known for adaptability, reliability, and fostering collaborative environments to meet evolving needs. Passionate about delivering impactful outcomes and driving continuous improvement. Experienced with comprehensive client assessments, ensuring personalized care plans are in place. Utilizes strong communication and coordination skills to effectively manage client services. Track record of fostering positive client relationships and achieving measurable improvements in client well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Worker
Right of Passage
San Pedro, CA
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Child Care Workers provide safety and around-the-clock supervision of youth. In this role, you will provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual counseling and behavioral/social/physical and educational skill development. Youth Care Workers provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the youth; monitor and document youth behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities. Child Care Workers work in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and/or meet the goals of each youth’s treatment plan. Child Care Workers perform standard level paraprofessional work in every aspect of the program operations. This position reports to the Shift Supervisor or designee.
Lead Case Manager
Department of Public Health and Social Services
El Monte, CA
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Medical Case Workers will provide direct ECM services to eligible members in the CCS population of focus. MSCs will be assigned based on their training and expertise with more experienced MSC being assigned to the most complex cases requiring care management across multiple domains (physical and behavioral health, social supports and family needs).
- Reaches out to potentially ECM-eligible clients to ascertain interest in ECM enrollment;
- Conducts initial and ongoing eligibility and health/social service needs assessments;
- Interviews and identifies clients and family's support, healthcare and behavioral needs;
- Develops comprehensive, individualized, family-centered care plans;
- Provides primary ECM support to clients and their families;
- Monitors clients/families progress towards care plan goals and assists them where they encounter challenges;
- Maintains contact with the families through electronic communications and personal visits;
- Introduces and links families with social, supportive, and wrap-around services and benefits;
- Assists the patient/client and family members with environmental difficulties precipitated by the childs/youths condition, by arranging for childcare services, assisting to secure homemaker or attendant care services; works with CCS and MCP to develop resources for providing equipment, supplies, prosthetic devices, braces, and appliances; and
School Based Behavioral Technician
Amergis
El Monte, CA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, focusing on skill acquisition and behavior reduction
- Collected and analyzed data to monitor progress and make data-driven decisions for treatment planning
- Provided direct one-on-one therapy sessions to clients, following the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and psychologists to develop comprehensive treatment plans
- Implemented strategies based on FBA results to effectively address problem behaviors
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, session notes, and behavioral data records
- Ensured a safe environment for clients by implementing appropriate safety protocols during therapy sessions
- Adhered to ethical guidelines outlined by professional organizations such as the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
- Assisted in transitioning clients from one setting or program to another while maintaining continuity of care
- Worked closely with families/caregivers providing support, guidance, resources
- Assisted in crisis management situations, following established protocols and ensuring the safety of all individuals involved
- Supported clients with daily living skills such as personal hygiene, mealtime routines, and independent functioning
- Implemented behavior support plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
Lead Care Manager
Five Acres
Altadena, CA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- The Lead Care Manager oversees the provision of Enhanced Care Management Program services for assigned cases; effectively coordinates Member’s services across multiple systems of care; provides education and advocacy; and works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary treatment team in ensuring Member receives high quality and seamless care.
- Provides direct case management services where the Member resides, seeks care, or finds most easily accessible, including office-based, telehealth, or field-based services.
- Conducts a comprehensive assessment and gathers all information pertinent to the case to assist with developing an individual care plan. Develops, implements, and monitors an individual care plan in conjunction with the Member, family, and multidisciplinary team to achieve the desired outcomes.
- Monitors established measurable goals and routinely assesses the Member’s status and progress in order to proactively make appropriate recommendations for adjustments in the individual care plan and/or services to promote better outcomes.
- Establishes and maintains effective communication and collaboration with Member’s multidisciplinary treatment team regarding Member’s status, services, and progress. This includes scheduling and facilitating treatment planning meetings with Member, family, and multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding Members, families, and operations of the Agency (including media).
- Maintains a professional relationship with Members, staff, and other outside stakeholders at all times.
- Exercises good judgment in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
Case Manager 3
People Assisting the Homeless (PATH)
Santa Ana, CA
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Case Managers help Interim Housing guests break the cycle of homelessness by assisting them with the establishment and pursuit of a permanent housing plan through accessing and maintaining necessary support services in the community. Responsibilities of the Case Manager include:
- Accepting and processing referrals from funders.
- Conducting intakes and needs assessments and collaborating with guests to develop Individualized Service Plans (ISP) that address barriers to obtaining services, housing, and appropriate health care and their short- and long-term goals.
- Meeting with established guests to support their progression towards ISP goals.
- Providing ongoing case management support for guests’ ISP goals including assistance with benefits establishment, obtaining identification documents, employment linkage, housing referrals, and accessing health care.
- Utilizing and developing community resources to broker and link guests to services.
- Maintaining documentation as set forth by the program contract and the organization's policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
Paramount CAAssociate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Cypress College
Cypress, CA05-2029
Associate of Applied Science - Sociology
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA02-2029
Skills
Referral Coordination
Referral Intake & Processing
Care Coordination
Healthcare Operations
Managed Care
Medi-Cal
Community-Based Services
Behavioral Health Services
Case Management
Caseload Management
Client Outreach & Engagement
Community Resource Coordination
Documentation & Compliance
HIPAA Compliance
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Data Entry & Data Management
Data Analysis & Reporting
Referral Tracking
Workflow Optimization
Process Improvement
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development
Quality Assurance
Team Leadership
Staff Supervision
Staff Training & Onboarding
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Community Partnership Support
Stakeholder Communication
Problem Solving
Organizational Skills
Time Management
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Workspace
Google Sheets
Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Driver's License
- CPI Certification
- CPR Certification
- Non-CDL Class C
- First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Case Manager
Department of Public Health and Social Services
05.2025 - 10.2025
School Based Behavioral Technician
Amergis
01.2025 - 05.2025
Child Care Worker
Right of Passage
07.2024 - 02.2026
Lead Care Manager
Five Acres
01.2024 - 01.2025
Case Manager 3
People Assisting the Homeless (PATH)
04.2021 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Cypress College
Associate of Applied Science - Sociology
Cerritos College