Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator

Community Options, Inc.•Maryville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now hiring a Full-Time Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator in Maryville, TN. The Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the development, coordination, and delivery of the MAPs program. MAPs is designed to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) by teaching skills that promote independent living, employment, and meaningful community integration. The MAPs Coordinator provides coaching and individualized supports that foster independence through the use of technology, virtual community mapping, life skills development, and person-centered goal achievement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience working in the IDD field or a related human services field
Strong ability to communicate effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
Ability to establish and maintain supportive, respectful relationships with individuals served
Strong proficiency in the use of technology and digital tools
Ability to present ideas and factual data in a clear concise manner
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of MAPs participants
Collaborate with individuals to develop a Virtual Community Resource Map (VCRM), identifying key people, places, and activities
Train participants and their support networks on enabling technologies (e.g., smartphones, tablets, and applications) to support daily tasks such as cooking, banking, health management, and scheduling
Coach participants in independent living skills, job readiness, transportation, healthy living, and social engagement
Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner
Attend conferences, seminars, and required trainings as assigned
Cooperate fully with licensing authorities and departmental staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations