What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medicaid Waiver Service Coordinator position at Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging?
Starting Pay: $23–$24/hour
Based on qualifications and experience
Benefits Include:
Employer-paid health insurance for employee
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid federal holidays plus a birthday holiday
401(k)
Life insurance
Optional vision and dental insurance
Optional additional life insurance
Aflac coverage available
Job Summary – Service Coordinator
Responsible for client screening (for Medicaid admissions to nursing facility) & assessment, development of Medicaid Waiver Plan of Services and Supports, and coordination of services for frail older adults or disabled individuals eligible for Medicaid. Resource development may be necessary in areas where there is little or no service provision. Follow-up is provided as required by regulation to assure quality of services provided and continued appropriateness.
Travel will be necessary, but no overnight. Use of a personal vehicle may be necessary. Mileage will be reimbursed at the current Agency rate per the IRS.
Essential Responsibilities
Perform Senior Care Options screens according to regulation and protocol as determined by the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services.
Present choices of appropriate services to persons deemed eligible for Medicaid Waiver services through screening by Enrollment & Eligibility through the State of Nebraska.
Provide information about such choices to eligible client and/or family/caregiver.
Advocate for client and strive to maintain client safety.
Help identify needs, available community resources, and to match client and provider.
Maintain documentation as required by Health & Human Services regarding each client, by hard copy, using the Therap database, the CONNECT database and the NFOCUS database (developed by DHHS).
Advocate for providers
Work with services coordinators, providers and clients to resolve conflicts.
Work with services coordinators in matching clients and providers.
Document all activities with providers and complete annual renewals per regulations.
A Service Coordinator shall have the following qualifications:
1. A current Nebraska license as a Registered Nurse, baccalaureate or graduate degree in human services field, or certification under the Nebraska Social Work law; and
2. At least two (2) years experience in long term care, gerontology, or community health. Prefer past experience in case management or social work.
3. Ability to work independently and communicate effectively (oral, written).
4. Computer experience and/or willingness to learn.
5. Ability to organize time and prioritize.
6. Ability to relate to and work with older persons, co-workers, and the general public.
7. A positive attitude with a teamwork focus.
PLEASE NOTE: A signed application must be received by the Blue Rivers Area Agency on Aging Administrative Office in order to be considered for an interview. Applications may be submitted in person at 103 Eastside Blvd., Beatrice, NE 68310, or emailed to info@blueriversaaa.org.
The application is available online at:
https://www.braaa.org/s/ApplicaitonForEmployment062019.pdf
Salary : $23 - $24