Community Options
Placement Coordinator
Community Options, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849
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 Placement Coordinator in
Rockville, MD to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.The Placement Coordinator is responsible for the complete process of a resident’s pre-admission, re-admission, and/or referral of resident’s needing placement. The Placement Coordinator is also responsible for reviewing referrals for people with developmental disabilities in need of service.
Responsibilities
Coordinate admissions committee meetings for our organization, maintain agendas, and document meeting minutes
Act as the internal and external liaison with referral sources such as hospital discharge planners and related rehabilitation units, physicians, health care agencies, health maintenance organizations, insurance companies and any other referral sources
Maintain relationships with managed care organizations with whom the facility contracts as well as those seeking such relationships
Arrange preliminary interviews, pre-placement visits, and collect documents for review
Conduct facility tours and provide admission information to families for prospective candidates
Schedule and participate in planning and admission/exit/internal transfer meetings
Track all referrals and refer people in need of service to the appropriate department head
Work with Intake staff to coordinate new admissions/internal moves
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors or Associate Degree Preferred, High school diploma or equivalent required
Knowledge and understanding of state regulations (Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authorities)
Minimum two years’ experience providing services to people with IDD and mental health and/or challenging behavior needs.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge and understanding of local and regional regulatory operations
Knowledge and understanding of state regulations
Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
Experience with intake and admissions
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Familiarity with Social Security and Medicaid
Working Knowledge of ICD-10 codes
Therap experience is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Working Conditions
May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
Moderate overtime required throughout the year
Minimal hazards, general office working conditions
Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
Why Community Options?
Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous PTO
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Incredible career growth opportunities
If interested, please click Apply Now or Send Resumes to: Sylvia.Maritato@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now hiring a Full-Time Placement Coordinator in
Rockville, MD to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.The Placement Coordinator is responsible for the complete process of a resident’s pre-admission, re-admission, and/or referral of resident’s needing placement. The Placement Coordinator is also responsible for reviewing referrals for people with developmental disabilities in need of service.
Responsibilities
Coordinate admissions committee meetings for our organization, maintain agendas, and document meeting minutes
Act as the internal and external liaison with referral sources such as hospital discharge planners and related rehabilitation units, physicians, health care agencies, health maintenance organizations, insurance companies and any other referral sources
Maintain relationships with managed care organizations with whom the facility contracts as well as those seeking such relationships
Arrange preliminary interviews, pre-placement visits, and collect documents for review
Conduct facility tours and provide admission information to families for prospective candidates
Schedule and participate in planning and admission/exit/internal transfer meetings
Track all referrals and refer people in need of service to the appropriate department head
Work with Intake staff to coordinate new admissions/internal moves
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors or Associate Degree Preferred, High school diploma or equivalent required
Knowledge and understanding of state regulations (Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authorities)
Minimum two years’ experience providing services to people with IDD and mental health and/or challenging behavior needs.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge and understanding of local and regional regulatory operations
Knowledge and understanding of state regulations
Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
Experience with intake and admissions
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Familiarity with Social Security and Medicaid
Working Knowledge of ICD-10 codes
Therap experience is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Working Conditions
May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
Moderate overtime required throughout the year
Minimal hazards, general office working conditions
Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
Why Community Options?
Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous PTO
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Incredible career growth opportunities
If interested, please click Apply Now or Send Resumes to: Sylvia.Maritato@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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