Healthy Opportunities Coordinator/Victim Advocate Position Available In Macon, North Carolina

• Job Title:

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Healthy Opportunities Coordinator and Victim AdvocateReports To:

Assistant Director and Executive Director

• Training:

• 20-hr Crisis Counseling/Dynamics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Training offered by REACH of Macon County and training specific to Medicaid billing and Healthy Opportunities initiatives.

• Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and AFLAC. Annual holiday supplement. Paid annual and sick leave, including one free floating holiday to honor the employee’s birthday, which can be taken at any time with prior approval from the Executive Director.

• Project Work Description:

• Provide direct client services, including intakes, supportive counseling, accessing needs, information and referrals, goal setting, case management, and transportation as needed
• Assist clients in navigating Medicaid services, including referrals to Healthy Opportunities programs that address social determinants of health such as housing, food access, transportation, and interpersonal safety
• Collaborate with medical providers and Medicaid partners to ensure seamless service delivery and billing for approved services
• Responsible for all Medicaid billing for HOP services including IPV Case Management Services
• Provide information, accompaniment, and assistance with Victim Compensation and other court advocacy duties as needed
• Assist in the development and implementation of all project activities, with a focus on integrating victim advocacy with Healthy Opportunities initiatives
• Facilitate coordination of community collaboration on behalf of this project, including partnerships with healthcare providers and social service organizations
• Conduct research, develop, and distribute informational and outreach materials specific to victim services and Medicaid Healthy Opportunities programs
• Receive and provide training to project staff on best practices in victim services, Medicaid billing, and addressing social determinants of health
• Train and supervise project volunteers in both victim advocacy and Healthy Opportunities programming
• Document client files, statistics, and other necessary programmatic information to ensure compliance with Medicaid and organizational standards
• Cover Hotline services, crisis counseling, information/referrals, victim compensation assistance, and peer support groups.

• Skills/Qualifications:

• Friendly and patient personality
• Strong organizational, management, and leadership skills
• Familiarity with Medicaid programs and social determinants of health
• Familiarity with Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, and PPT
• Able to work independently and follow instructions
• Experience in human relations or social services preferred
• Supportive of the philosophy and mission of REACH of Macon County.

• Mission Statement:

• The Mission of REACH of Macon County is to eradicate domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking crimes in our community through prevention, intervention, and educational services.
• REACH alsotakes affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

How to Apply

• Email resume to reach@reachofmaconcounty.org
• OR, for assistance with a resume, stop by NCWorks at 23 Macon Avenue, Franklin

NC 28734

between 8:30a and Noon; or 1pm to 5pm Mondays’ through Thursdays

• OR Call NCWorks at 828-332-6060 to speak to a Career Advisor.