ADAPT Project Coordinator

Mountain Community Health Partnership•Spruce Pine, NC

1d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Mountain Community Health Partnership (MCHP) is seeking a full-time ADAPT (Adaptive Dental Access and Prevention for Children Together) Project Coordinator. The coordinator will lead an initiative focused on improving dental access and care for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities (NDDs) in Mitchell and Yancey Counties. Funded through an HRSA grant, the ADAPT Initiative aims to improve how children with NDDs access and experience dental care through sensory-adapted environments, caregiver education, school partnerships, and coordinated healthcare services. The position is located in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, and requires regular onsite attendance. After grant responsibilities are completed, the coordinator will support dental front office operations, including patient registration, scheduling, insurance verification, appointment coordination, patient communication, and customer service.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public health, healthcare administration, social work, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments and community organizations.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of healthcare, public health, or community program management experience; preferred.
Knowledge of neurodevelopmental disabilities and healthcare coordination.
Experience with quality improvement, data tracking, and reporting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all day-to-day activities of the ADAPT Initiative.
Manage project timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
Monitor program performance and support continuous quality improvement efforts.
Prepare progress reports and maintain compliance with federal grant requirements.
Collaborate with local schools, healthcare providers, and community partners.
Support development of referral pathways for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Assist with caregiver coaching and educational programs.
Serve as a key liaison between the dental team and community stakeholders.
After grant responsibilities are completed, support dental front office operations, including patient registration and scheduling, insurance verification, appointment coordination, patient communication, and customer service.