About this role
ChildNet, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit community-based care (CBC) agency servicing Broward and Palm Beach County. We are contracted with the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, to provide case management support to abused, abandoned, and neglected children. ChildNet is nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) and employs over 600 staff at its location in Ft Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, Florida.
Job Summary: This position serves as a liaison between client services, CBCIH and Sunshine Health to coordinate and schedule the medical screenings (EPSDT) and dental appointments for children in out-of-home care, and in cooperation with the Child Advocates (CAs) and Dependency Case Managers (DCMs).
The items listed below are intended to provide an overview of the essential functions of the job. This is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that the position may be required to provide.
- Collaborates with Child Advocates and Dependency Case Managers to provide referrals and follow-up appointments with physicians, specialists and dentists for children based on recommendations made during medical screenings.
- Assist foster parents, relatives or non-relative caregivers with medical care and dental visits.
- Coordinate the transportation for children to medical and dental service providers.
- Adjust medical plans to provide the highest level of care for children. Follow up with prescription orders and verify the orders are received and picked up by the caretaker.
- Perform initial Health Risk Assessments for children in out of home placements. Identify network PCP for newly enrolled and coordinate ongoing PCP changes with CBCIH. Assist in the development of care plans. Update FSFN with medical and dental information.
- Participate in utilization management integrated care team and multidisciplinary care team meetings.
- Advise Child Advocates and Dependency Case Managers on complex case management issues regarding medical insurance and coverage.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive client information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS:
Years of Experience:
- Two (2) years of experience in a Health Coordination or related field
Education/Licenses/Certifications:
- High School Diploma
IMPORTANT NOTES:
ChildNet is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, sex, age, religion, color, disability, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, veterans status or military service obligation, medical condition, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression and any other status protected by applicable law. Including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and CFOP 60-10, Chapter 4. ChildNet is also a Drug-Free Workplace (DFWP).
Other facts
About Childnet Inc
ChildNet is the private, not for profit 501(c)(3) organization selected by the state through a competitive process to serve as the local Community Based Care lead agency. As the lead agency, ChildNet manages the local system of services and supports for Broward and Palm Beach Counties' most vulnerable children and their families. Our mission is to protect abused, abandoned and neglected children in the communities we serve. We also ensure their safety and promptly provide them with a permanent, loving home. ChildNet’s system of care was developed with extensive input from local stakeholders and its effective implementation depends upon their continued support.
What you'll do
- The Medical Coordinator serves as a liaison to coordinate medical and dental appointments for children in out-of-home care. Responsibilities include collaborating with Child Advocates and Dependency Case Managers, assisting caregivers, and managing medical plans.
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