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Description Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are now hiring a Full-Time Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator in Rutherford, TN . The Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the development, coordination, and delivery of the MAPs program. MAPs is designed to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) by teaching skills that promote independent living, employment, and meaningful community integration. The MAPs Coordinator provides coaching and individualized supports that foster independence through the use of technology, virtual community mapping, life skills development, and person-centered goal achievement. Starting pay rate is $18.00/ per hour Responsibilities Manage a caseload of MAPs participants Collaborate with individuals to develop a Virtual Community Resource Map (VCRM), identifying key people, places, and activities Train participants and their support networks on enabling technologies (e.g., smartphones, tablets, and applications) to support daily tasks such as cooking, banking, health management, and scheduling Coach participants in independent living skills, job readiness, transportation, healthy living, and social engagement Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner Attend conferences, seminars, and required trainings as assigned Cooperate fully with licensing authorities and departmental staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience working in the IDD field or a related human services field Strong ability to communicate effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally Ability to establish and maintain supportive, respectful relationships with individuals served Strong proficiency in the use of technology and digital tools Ability to present ideas and factual data in a clear concise manner Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing 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 University partnerships that include tuition reduction Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-RU