COORDINATOR, MEDICAID

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

4d•$56,505 - $67,805•Onsite

About The Position

The Medicaid Coordinator provides supporting leadership to the ESS department. Represents the ESS department and district internally and externally. Work closely with the department supervisor in strategizing to maximize revenue and provide maximum resources and impact for kids and families.

Requirements

High School diploma is required
2+ of relevant experience is required
Current Colorado Driver’s license and meeting district insurability requirements is required
The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance is required
Effective communication skills is required
Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines is required
Strong attention to detail is required
High degree of integrity in handling confidential information is required
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with district and school leaders, faculty, staff and students is required
Work collaboratively with others on a team is required
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or Associate’s degree is preferred
Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment is preferred
Problem solving and critical thinking demonstrated through established projects and experience is preferred
Collaborate within internal team and organization, and with multiple external community and government agencies is preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel, including vLookup and Pivot Table functions. General working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is preferred
Working knowledge of Federal and State public assistance programs, including: Medicaid, CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Plan), SNAP Food Assistance, TANF (Temporary Aid to Needy Families), etc. is preferred
Ability to represent and communicate DPS Medicaid Department’s services and programs to positively influence external organizations on policy is preferred
Effective trainer and presenter to multiple and diverse audiences is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain State of CO Random Moment Time Study (RMTS) roster in conjunction with supervisor
This function is a key driver of the District’s Medicaid reimbursement
Works with HR Specialist and Accounting to obtain files of providers; reviews files using vLookup
Monitor Medicaid allowable health licensure documentation and ensure accurate alignment with State claims processing and with state cost reporting processes
Strategize with supervisor to improve State of CO Time Study survey compliance and response quality
Coordinate with CDE, CO Department of Health Care Policy and Finance (HCPF), and the State’s contractor, Public Consulting Group (PCG) in submitting and updating school district data
Ensure response compliance and documentation to state audits, financial reviews, and desk reviews
Provide leadership and guidance to other team members, in conjunction with the department supervisor
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.