Program Coordinator - Mankato, United States - Blue Earth County, MN

Description

Salary :
$72, $101,670.40 Annually


Location :
Mankato, MN


Job Type:
Full Time


Job Number:

Department:
Human Services

Opening Date:

04/15/2024

Closing Date:

4/28/2024 11:59 PM Central


DESCRIPTION

Under direct supervision of the Community Health Supervisor this position supports the mission of Blue Earth County Human Services by effectively and efficiently delivering essential services to families and individuals so they can achieve their potential through active community participation.

The Program Coordinator - Waiver and Family Programs provides program coordination and administration, performs intake and referrals, conducts assessments, provides care coordination, performs record keeping and reporting, and engages in population health efforts.

This position also responds to emergencies and participates in professional staff development.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides program coordination and administration. Schedules and coordinates program-related meetings, presentations, and outreach activities. Maintains contact with affected Human Service internal divisions, external agencies, community groups, support groups, and other related professionals. Supervises program-related activities of support staff and students. Builds effective working relationships with providers and professionals in the community and region through integrated health care models. Participates in regional and state meetings with community health care providers, including other counties. Facilitates meetings with community health care providers. Participates in meetings and on committees or networks as directed. Manages intakes and referrals. Using a client centered approach performs client intakes and assessments for new and existing clients. Screens new clients seeking information regarding their health needs. Determines client eligibility through an analysis of the information collected. Explains available services and eligibility factors to clients. Provides care coordination for clients meeting eligibility criteria. Offers information regarding other service options to clients not meeting program eligibility criteria. Opens and provides services for clients/families meeting eligibility criteria.

Provides preventive health care and education.

Uses a client centered approach to provide education to clients, families, and the community regarding prevention of health risks and other relevant topics.

Assists families in planning and implementing measures to decrease health risks. Refers clients and families to external resources to further address or improve health. Assists with outreach activities that encourage residents to utilize available services for health promotion in the community.

Provides care coordination by using a client centered approach to provide and explain health services to clients and families. Responds to the state, managed care organizations, or other partner organizations. Analyzes and interprets assessment data. Assists clients with implementing measures to decrease risk of developing health issues or managing current health issues. Documents all necessary information supporting eligibility for services provided. Provides technical assistance and consultation to staff on care coordination and health issues affecting clients and families. Develops, reviews, and evaluates education materials. Develops education materials to meet staff and client's needs. Ensures educational materials are available and distributed accordingly. Reviews materials annually or as needed to maintain accuracy and relevance of content. Evaluates the effectiveness of educational tools in use. Provides or arranges continuing education opportunities for the staff. Develops, evaluates, and displays materials promoting family health. Performs grant management including researching and preparing grant applications. Develops clear, concise, and coherent written program plans that clearly describe existing problems, unmet needs, and future programmatic remedies. Prepares and submits grant reports. Determines and coordinates evaluation methods for implementation and reports on program activities. Acts as liaison with external grant authority. Assists with development of and implementation of any needed Corrective Action Plans.

Provides centralized program support through interpretation and communication of State policy changes impacting the County.

Makes independent decisions on program development, structure, and implementation; advising Public Health Supervisor on information needed to meet Department needs and expectations.

Develops, implements, and oversees internal and external audit processes. Coordinates case assignment to ensure programmatic and statutory requirements are met. Is responsible for development of data driven practices, quality initiatives, and quality assurance. Works directly with providers and vendors on service delivery on multiple levels. Builds proactive business relationships; including provider and staff meetings and trainings. Monitors budgets and fiscal impact of assigned programs. Acts as liaison between Public Health Supervisor and program staff.

Performs public health functions. Uses public health theories and processes to practice. Assesses health service needs of individuals and groups. Formulates plan/intervention based on data collection and assessment. Participates in preventative health care and health promotions. Participates in quality improvement and assurance processes.

Participates in public health all hazards emergency response in assigned role within scope of practice. Works with individuals and communities to provide support in areas of need. Assists with planning, consulting, investigating and providing technical assistance. Assists families with planning for emergencies.

Performs record keeping and reporting. Documents, develops and maintains case files and completes agency forms. Submits reports to providers and state departments as required. Ensures all relevant documents are maintained in files including letters, medical reports, test results, case plans, and case narratives. Maintains documentation in a timely fashion. Promotes a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.

Interacts positively with internal and external customers. Communicates and interacts effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers. Performs the physical and mental demands of the position. Attends work during regularly scheduled hours.


ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
Trains and mentors new staff as requested.

Participates in Professional Staff Development. Participates in training and education opportunities to maintain and improve proficiency. Attends and participates in professional organizations. Incorporates new learning into daily work. Reads appropriate journals and articles. Associates with agents and departments from other counties and states to learn about and maintain professionalism. Stays current on local concerns/issues through service on local boards and committees. Shares knowledge and skills with other agency staff. Performs other related functions as apparent or assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in public health nursing, social work, sociology, psychology, or related field. 2 years of experience working with Waivered Services, Alternative Care or MnCHOICES 2 years of experience working in public health, human services or another medical field


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in nursing, social work, psychology, community health, or related field Certification as a public health nurse 5 years of experience working with Waivered Services, Alternative Care programs or MnCHOICES 5 years of experience in public health, human services, or another medical field Fluent in understanding and speaking languages other than English such as: Spanish, Somali, Chinese, Sudanese, or Arabic.

Progressively responsible leadership, program coordination, and/or administration experience.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must comply with all federal and state laws and organizational and departmental policies and regulations. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the State of Minnesota. Must successfully pass a background check. Must comply with data practices policies and standards relative to not public data.

Any access to not public data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that are necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility.

While data are being accessed, incumbent should take reasonable measures to ensure the not public data are not accessed by individuals without a work reason.

Once the work reason to access the data is reasonably finished the not public data must be properly stored according to county policy and the Minnesota Statutes.

HOURS OF WORK
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Benefits Overview
AFSCME, No. 65

Courthouse & Human Services

The County of Blue Earth provides a comprehensive, balanced, competitive total compensation package.

The County's benefit programs address both the immediate needs that you and your family may have, such as medical coverage or dependent care assistance, and your long-term needs, such as retirement savings.

Benefits begin upon date of hire.

The following outlines County offered total compensation benefits. This document provides an overview and does not offer all provisions, limitations, and exclusions.

If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents and/or collective bargaining agreements, the plan documents will prevail.

Regular, Full-Time Employee

Wage/Salary Scale
Blue Earth County features a 12-Step Pay Plan. Our advertised salary ranges include all 12 Steps. A selected candidate will typically be offered Step 1 of the salary range. Additional salary considerations are subject to negotiation and dependent on skills and experience directly related to the position.

Vacation Leave
Vacation accruals, utilization, and payouts are detailed in the collective bargaining agreement and/or the employee handbook.

Blue Earth County Years of Service Bi-Weekly Accrual Rate
0 - 5 years hours

• 9 years hours

years hours
years hours
years hours
25 + years hours

Sick Leave
Employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 7.34 hours for each full month of service.

Paid Holidays
Blue Earth County recognizes hours) paid holidays, and employees receive one floating holiday per year.

Health Insurance
Employees may choose from 3-health insurance plans and either single or family coverage.

Insurance Rates (Monthly) - Effective: July 1, June 30, 2024


Plan 1:
CMM $0 Deductible


Employee:
Single - $120.40 / Family - $1,061.38

Employer:
Single - $1,083.45 / Family - $2,476.55

Total Cost:
Single - $1,203.85 / Family - $3,537.93


Plan 2:
CMM $300 Deductible


Employee:
Single - $0.92 / Family - $710.28

Employer:
Single - $1,083.46 / Family - $2,476.54

Total Cost:
Single - $1,084.38 / Family - $3,186.82


Plan 3:
HDHP with HSA


Employee:
Single - $0.00 / Family - $422.96

Employer:
Single - $868.64 / Family - $2,129.83

Total Cost:
Single - $868.64 / Family - $2,552.79

Blue Earth County contributes to a health savings account (HSA) when the employee elects the HDHP. Single coverage HSA contributions equal $1,500, and family coverage HSA contributions equal $3,000.
Life Insurance
Employees are provided with Term-Life Insurance at no cost to them:

$20,000 term-life/$20,000 accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)

After ten (10) years of continuous employment with Blue Earth County, the policy will increase to $35,000 term-life/$35,000 accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)

Retirement
The County and the employee contribute to the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) based on a percentage of the employee wage:

General/Coordinated Plan


Employee:
6.5%


Employer: 7.5%

Voluntary Benefits Available

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Nice Healthcare

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

Deferred Compensation (457b)

Roth IRA

529 Educational Roth

Supplemental Life


AFLAC
01

The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?

Yes
No

02

Which of the following best describes your level of education?

High School Diploma/GED
Some College
Associates
Bachelors
Masters or Higher
None of the above

03

Which of the following best describes the degree that you completed?

Social Work
Sociology
Psychology
Public Health Nursing
My degree is in an area NOT listed above
I have not completed a degree

04

If applicable, list the field of study in which you possess a degree.

05

Which of the following best describes your years of employment experience working with Waivered Services, Alternative Care programs, or MnCHOICES?

No Experience
Less than 6 months
More than 1 year, but less than 2
More than 2 years, but less than 3
More than 3 years, but less than 4
More than 4 years, but less than 5
More than 5 years, but less than 6
More than 6 years, but less than 7
More than 7 years, but less than 8
More than 8 years, but less than 9
More than 9 years, but less than 10
10 or more years

06

Which of the following best describes your experience working in public health, human services, or another related field?

No experience
Less than 6 months
More than 6 months, but less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 2
More than 2 years, but less than 3
More than 3 years, but less than 4
More than 4 years, but less than 5
More than 5 years, but less than 6
More than 6 years, but less than 7
More than 7 years, but less than 8
More than 8 years, but less than 9
More than 9 years, but less than 10
10 or more years

07

Which of the following best describes your experience building effective working and collaborative working relationships with providers and other professionals?

No experience
Less than 6 months
More than 6 months, but less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 2
More than 2 years, but less than 3
More than 3 years, but less than 4
More than 4 years, but less than 5
More than 5 years, but less than 6
More than 6 years, but less than 7
More than 7 years, but less than 8
More than 8 years, but less than 9
More than 9 years, but less than 10
10 or more years

08

Which of the following best describes your working knowledge of Medicare Programs?

Limited - I have very little knowledge of Medicare Programs.

Moderate - I have knowledge of Medicare Programs that I utilize on an occasional basis over the course of a month.

Extensive - I have knowledge of Medicare Programs that I utilize on a regular basis over the course of a month.

N/A - I have no experience in this area.

09

Do you have leadership, program coordination, or administration experience?

Yes
No

10

Please describe you leadership, program coordination, or administrative experience. If you do not have leadership, program coordination, or administrative experience, type N/A.

11

Which of the following best describes your knowledge of the Elderly Waiver, Alternative Care Program, or managed care organizations?

Limited - I have very little knowledge of the Elderly Waiver, Alternative Care Program, or managed care organizations.
Moderate - I have knowledge of the Elderly Waiver, Alternative Care Program, or managed care organizations.
Extensive - I have knowledge of the Elderly Waiver, Alternative Care Program, or managed care organizations. that I utilize on a regular basis over the course of a month.
N/A - I have no experience in this area.

12

Which of the following best describes your knowledge of Medical Assistance Programs?

Limited - I have very little knowledge of Medical Assistance Programs.

Moderate - I have knowledge of Medical Assistance Programs that I utilize on an occasional basis over the course of a month.

Extensive - I have knowledge of Medical Assistance Programs that I utilize on a regular basis over the course of a month.

N/A - I have no experience in this area.

13

Have you received your Certification as a Public Health Nurse?

Yes
No

14

Please indicate the following software/systems that you are PROFICIENT in using: (Please select all that apply.)

Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
PH Docs
None of the above

15

Please list the languages other than English that you are able to speak, read, write and understand

(Select all that apply:

Spanish
Somali
Arabic
American Sign Language
Other
None of the above

16

Why are you interested in this position with Blue Earth County?

17


OTHER QUALIFICIATIONS:

Describe any other special training you've completed or skills and experience you currently possess that you feel would make you the best-qualified person for this position.

18


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and education records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?

Yes
No

Required Question
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