What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Coordinator (ALTSD #10118464) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
Aging and Long-Term Services Department's (ALTSD) mission is the belief that New Mexico's older adults and adults with disabilities have the right to remain active participants in their communities, to age with respect and dignity, to be protected from abuse, neglect, and exploitation and to have equal access to health care. The Long-Term Care programs at ALTSD administer home- and community-based programs to allow older adults to thrive in their homes and communities to reduce nursing home placements and emergency department visits.
Interviews are expected to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
ALTSD is an equal opportunity employer. If an applicant selected for an interview needs reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please inform the agency contact listed in the job posting.
Why does the job exist?
Under the Direction of the Division/Program Director, the Social Services Coordinator New MexiCare Program Coordinator will:
At the direction of the Division/Program Director, the New MexiCare Program Coordinator is responsible for:
ALTSD clients, other agency staff, contractors, home care agencies, and community organizations.
Ideal Candidate
ALTSD clients, other agency staff, contractors, home care agencies, and community organizations.
Minimum Qualification
High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience as a social work assistant and/or in social or community coordination, working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, and/or behavioral health care. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within 90 days of employment.
Pre-employment state and federal criminal background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Office setting with extensive use of personal computer, telephone, fax, copier and other related office equipment that involves sitting, standing, bending, reaching, etc. to include lifting up to 30 pounds. This position requires travel and overnight stay.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Michelle Jefferson (505) 239-8576 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Aging and Long-Term Services Department's (ALTSD) mission is the belief that New Mexico's older adults and adults with disabilities have the right to remain active participants in their communities, to age with respect and dignity, to be protected from abuse, neglect, and exploitation and to have equal access to health care. The Long-Term Care programs at ALTSD administer home- and community-based programs to allow older adults to thrive in their homes and communities to reduce nursing home placements and emergency department visits.
Interviews are expected to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
- APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*
ALTSD is an equal opportunity employer. If an applicant selected for an interview needs reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please inform the agency contact listed in the job posting.
Why does the job exist?
Under the Direction of the Division/Program Director, the Social Services Coordinator New MexiCare Program Coordinator will:
- Oversee program rules and eligibility for New MexiCare
- Provide technical assistance and support to participants, caregivers, and contractors
- Resolve complex client eligibility and payment issues
- Conduct in-home visits and complete assessments;
- Track and report for KPI's and Performance Measures, accurately and timely, as established by the agency
- Assist the program with other duties as assigned.
At the direction of the Division/Program Director, the New MexiCare Program Coordinator is responsible for:
- New MexiCare program oversight and support to include eligibility determinations, financial assessments, and presenting on New MexiCare programs.
- Tracking and monitoring of participants and caregivers' cases, to include eligibility status, budget status, service planning, and follow up as needed.
- Provide technical assistance and support to participants, caregivers, and contractors including resolving complex client issues.
ALTSD clients, other agency staff, contractors, home care agencies, and community organizations.
Ideal Candidate
ALTSD clients, other agency staff, contractors, home care agencies, and community organizations.
Minimum Qualification
High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience as a social work assistant and/or in social or community coordination, working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, and/or behavioral health care. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within 90 days of employment.
Pre-employment state and federal criminal background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Office setting with extensive use of personal computer, telephone, fax, copier and other related office equipment that involves sitting, standing, bending, reaching, etc. to include lifting up to 30 pounds. This position requires travel and overnight stay.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Michelle Jefferson (505) 239-8576 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.