Care Coordinator I

Consumer Direct Care Network•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Consumer Direct Care Network (CDCN) is a growing company specializing in home and community-based services that support individuals with disabilities and older adults, enabling them to remain in their homes and communities. The Care Coordinator (Support Broker/Consultant) role involves coordinating the day-to-day implementation of contractual requirements within state Medicaid guidelines. This includes training, enrollment, reporting, auditing, and ensuring compliance with contract deliverables and company best practices. The role also involves assisting members with plan and budget development, submission, and revision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the field of Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Rehabilitation, Nursing, Sociology or Related Field preferred.
6 years’ experience serving individuals with disabilities preferred.
Must have reliable transportation. If the employee will be driving, a valid driver’s license and auto insurance is required.
Combination of education and experience.
Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours, if needed, to meet the job requirements.
Comfortable with public speaking.
Communicate effectively.
Comply with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrate dependability.
Demonstrate effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
Exhibit computer efficiency.
Bilingual preferred in various locations.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred in various locations.

Responsibilities

Apply a person-centered approach to keep the client at the center of all program functions.
Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of contractual requirements within the state’s Medicaid guidelines.
Create care plans based on the clients’ needs, train clients on services provided, audit services, and report findings to the contracted entity.
Assist clients with plan/budget development, submissions, and revisions.
Provide continuous excellent service to clients, employees, and 3rd party organizations including MCOs.
Promote cohesiveness in the office environment.
Support day-to-day operations and client advocacy.
Collaborate with stakeholders regarding the delivery of services.
Conduct advanced reporting and oversight activities.
Handle complex service programs and special projects.
Lead, supervise and complete special projects including, but not limited to: Developing and implementing care plans.
Maintain necessary skills and knowledge to coordinate workflow.
Market services to referral sources.
Participate in professional development and training activities.
Prioritize and multitask effectively.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
Represent the company at stakeholder meetings, health fairs, and provider fairs.
Supervise deliverables and ensure timely completion of projects.
Enroll clients and employees in services, including the development of the service/support plan and budget.
Orient and educate clients on current program roles and responsibilities.
Train and assist clients in timecard submission.
Assist clients with eligibility requirements, as required by the program rules.
Conduct necessary client assessments and contacts.
Maintain timely and proper documentation in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database.
Travel to and from Client homes or other destinations to meet with Clients.
Compile information for internal or external auditors.
Other duties as assigned.