Job Details

Job Title:	Project Coordinator I
Company:	Council of Community Clinics
Location:	San Diego area
Description:	The Project Coordinator is responsible for development, implementation, and evaluation of projects in accordance with grant and contract requirements. Projects include but are not limited to Health Promotion Programs, Quality Management Initiatives, Disease Management Initiatives, Screening and Early Detection Programs, and other assigned health-related projects. The Project Coordinator is responsible for daily oversight of project activities including close monitoring and coordination with project partners. The Project Coordinator will actively support the Mission of the Council of Community Clinics and will report to the Director of Programs. This position will initially work on breast cancer and asthma programs. Implement assigned projects; coordinate project activities with appropriate staff and project partners in accordance with grant and contract requirements Ensure compliance and attainment of project goals and objectives in a timely manner by developing and implementing detailed work plans in accordance with grant and contract requirements Work with appropriate staff and partners to implement, evaluate and report on project activities; provide training and technical assistance to clinic staff as needed to implement project activities; assure maximum clinic participation in project activities Maintain communication and relationships with providers, health and social service agencies as appropriate; represent projects in the community; maintain communication with community agencies involved in the project Convene and facilitate clinic and community meetings and discussions to provide input to project activities as needed Collect, analyze, and report data to monitor project outcomes; generate and present reports using standard formats and graphical summaries Submit oral and written reports on a timely basis as outlined in the work plan and in accordance with grant and contract requirements Prepare written reports, minutes, agendas and other project-related correspondence for internal and external distribution Develop project-related materials that are culturally appropriate and at the appropriate health literacy level of the intended audience Train clinic staff and other community partners on the preparation of invoices and claims, track invoices and claims, and review invoices and claims for accuracy Publicize the awareness of treatment resource pools to identified providers and provide training so that identified providers can access the treatment resource pools Serve as back up in the authorization/claims processing unit in order to review eligibility, authorize services, and adjudicate claims for multiple projects. It is anticipated that this position will dedicate approximately 20% time to authorization and claims processing functions. Coordinate one or multiple projects as assigned, depending on the needs of the organization. Perform other project-related duties as assigned
Requirements:	A Bachelors degree in community health education, health promotion, health services administration or related field and 1-3 years of experience working in a related field is required. A Masters degree in public health as well as experience working with community-based organizations and ethnically diverse communities and populations is preferred. Knowledge of theories of community health and community health promotion and education (e.g. behavior change theory, social learning theory) is required. Principles and theories of community change and community organization is required. An understanding and sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic aspects of target populations is essential. Experience with claims processing is not required, however must be able and willing to learn with training provided by CCC staff. Attention to detail for authorizations/claims processing is required. Excellent communication skills (oral and in written) are required. The incumbent must have strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in the community and across all levels in the organization. Working knowledge of relevant computer systems and software required. Must possess valid drivers license, insurance and own transportation for use in work, and be flexible with working some evenings and weekends within a 40-hour workweek.
Compensation:	The starting salary range for this position is $38,000 - $41,000 DOE.
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To Apply:	If interested, please send resume and salary requirements to jobs@ccc-sd.org or fax to 619-542-4350.