Tribal Liaison (Must reside in Nevada)
About The Position
The Tribal Liaison implements CareSource’s strategy to establish relationships and pursue partnerships with Tribes, Urban Indian Health Programs, and Indian Health Services within CareSource’s Nevada Medicaid service area by conducting outreach and serving as the primary contact for Federally Recognized Tribes and Urban Indian Health Programs in Nevada. The Tribal Liaison is tasked with various functions aimed at enhancing the physical and behavioral health of American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities and members. By fostering a culturally responsive approach and leveraging their knowledge and expertise, the Tribal Liaison helps CareSource strengthen relationships and collaborate effectively with sovereign tribal nations. This role will communicate with network providers, members, and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated efforts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required, preferably in the area of public health, public policy, or a related field
- A minimum of three (3) years of health plan experience with AI/AN tribal entities and programs is required
- Must have valid driver’s license, vehicle and verifiable insurance.
- Influenza vaccination is a requirement of this position.
- Must reside in the same territory they are assigned to work in; exceptions may be considered, due to business need
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the Indian Health Services/Tribal Health/Urban Indian Health Program delivery system, participation in the development and implementation of community health improvement plans and initiatives, and interacting with state and local policymakers, concerning Tribal affairs and interests is preferred
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of the strategic framework that will foster and strengthen understanding and engagement between CareSource, Tribal communities, and the Indian Health Services in the Nevada Medicaid service area.
- Schedule regular meetings with Tribal representatives and key stakeholders, and other ad-hoc meetings as needed, to discuss issues of concern and interest.
- Visit federally recognized tribe and Tribal Health Centers to initiate outreach and identify key stakeholders within each tribe/tribal health center.
- Promote services and programs to improve the health of AI/AN communities and members, and assist in the development of educational and awareness materials.
- Attend training to expand knowledge of principles that are foundational to working with and understanding tribal health systems.
- Develop and conduct training and technical support for CareSource staff, health providers, and others working with tribal health systems.
- Collaborate with tribal-cultural and prevention programs to expand services in the areas of Public Health and Behavioral Health.
- Communicate issues or areas of concern related to Tribal/Urban Indian Health Programs to department leadership.
- Actively participate in internal and external committees, workgroups, and taskforces when knowledge, skills, and experience may be useful to the committees’ purposes, including but not limited to, Government Relations and Medicaid Leadership Team.
- Stay abreast of laws and regulations that may affect the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements as it pertains to tribal affairs.
- Collaborate with regional leaders and key departments on potential business development activities and opportunities to advance corporate strategic goals.
- Participate in various strategic and internal committees to disseminate information within the organization and represent company philosophy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance.
- We offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
