Bilingual Coordinator of Special Programs II (Two Positions Available)

Full-time county contractual position open to all qualified candidates. Location: 3 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21401. Reference #12692.

About the role

Provides full performance level coordination of healthcare services for adults and children enrolled in the Resident's Access to a Coalition of Health (REACH) Program. Responsibilities include:

• Eligibility determination for all Spanish-speaking applicants and enrollment of eligible applicants in the REACH Program using established criteria.
• Outreach and care coordination to Spanish-speaking REACH members who are non-compliant to return them to care or assist them in accessing care.
• Assistance to Spanish-speaking REACH members with accessing available resources within the REACH network, other state and county programs, and pharmacy assistance programs.
• Teaching and assisting Spanish-speaking REACH members to understand their health status, develop self-care measures, and improve and maintain maximum healthcare status.
• Outreach to community providers, groups, or organizations to educate them about services available through the REACH and Prescription Discount Programs.
• Regular attendance at staff meetings, workshops, in-service programs, and educational offerings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED) or Bachelor’s degree in nursing, social work, psychology, education, counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate with two years of experience applying policies in a medical care, health insurance, or federal/state entitlement program and/or in coordination of care or possession of a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Ability to communicate fluently, both verbally and in writing, in both English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications

• Case management experience.
• Ability to coordinate appointments and referrals with primary care and specialty care provider offices.
• Data entry ability; proficiency in basic computer skills and systems.
• Knowledgeable about health insurance.
• Ability to apply and determine program eligibility criteria and follow standard operating procedures.
• Enjoys working with diverse populations and attending community outreach events.

Benefits

• Participation in the County’s group health plan including prescription, dental, and optical coverage.
• Paid holidays and sick leave.
• Optional deferred compensation program at the employee's own expense.

Pay

$22.50 per hour.

Schedule

40 hours per week.