Winter 2018/2019 McK-UDOS Newsletter

Coalition Meeting

On December 13, 2018 we had our coalition meeting. We had 14 members attend. Below are the Meeting Minutes:

Called to meeting at 12:05 pm

Presentation by Vernalynne De La Rosa (Program Coordinator):

MEMBERS PRESENT

POSITIONS AVAILABLE 

Bilingual AmeriCorps Member

AmeriCorps is a network of national service programs, made up of three primary programs that each take a different approach to improving lives and fostering civic engagement. Members commit their time to address critical community needs. Sponsored by the United Way Metropolitan Chicago, Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA) has two AmericCorp positions open for the Navigator Program.

Job Summary: AmeriCorps member works for the Navigator Program by providing assistance to individuals and families in applying for health insurance.

Essential Functions

* Provide one-on-one assistance in person and/or over the phone to facilitate enrollee’s selection of a qualified health plan

* Assist families and individuals in navigating the health insurance system to find the most affordable coverage that meets their needs.

Competencies/Qualifications

* No experience is needed

* Must be committed to a full-time position at 36 hours per week starting Nov. 1, 2018 to Oct. 30, 2019

* Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work with the Chinese population

* Language Skills: Proficiency in English and Chinese verbal communication skills required

Compensation:

* $16,000 per year with health insurance, plus $6,000 educational fund.

If interested, please send a resume to

Kelly Zhen, Program Manager [email protected]

Kelley Mui, Program Supervisor [email protected]

Mental Health Clinical Manager

Job Summary: The Mental Health Program Manager manages the day-to-day operational activities of MAHA’s Outpatient Community Mental Health Clinic and reports to the Executive Director. Program Manager is responsible for the overseeing, planning, sustainable service delivery and evaluation/continuous improvement of the patient services for the outpatient clinic and providing clinical and administrative direction for licensed non-MD clinicians/providers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Trains, supervises and evaluates Staff Therapists, Interns, and other clinical staff members. Evaluates the professional clinical practice of staff

* Directly supervises four or more employees - assigns and directs work, reviews and signs off on clinical documentation, conducts performance appraisals, addresses complaints, takes appropriate disciplinary action

* Ensures clinic staff follow documentation and procedures outlined in Medicaid Rule 132/140 and by other payee insurance entities

* Develops and reviews policies related to clinic support functions including scheduling, registration, and eligibility screening.

* Solves problems and handles daily staff/client issues of concern to ensure optimal client satisfaction, ethical standards, and billing requirements are being met

* Provides percentage of direct services, including taking a lead on high needs cases as determined appropriate.

* Has a working knowledge of the Electronic Health Record System (EHRS). Works with a team to resolve issues with EHRS. Engages in trainings and maintains EHRS system updated and in compliance with HIPPA and Medicaid Rule 132/140

* Participates in clinical strategic growth and budget discussions, and provides data to support budgetary decisions regarding CMHC

* Stays apprised of health care trends and policy initiatives impacting delivery of health care services at local, state, and national levels and educates staff regarding policy and process changes.

* Develops and maintains professional relationships with local agencies and organizations in order to develop MOUs for services and to develop referral network

* Other duties may be assigned

Basic Qualifications:

* Experience: Minimum seven (7) years of clinical experience as a staff clinician in a community based mental health setting

* Minimum five (5) years of experience in managing/supervising role and understand Medicaid billing with experiences working with MCOs.

* Education: Master's degree in a mental health such as psychology, social work, counseling

* License, Certification, registration, current active and unrestricted LCSW required

Additional Requirements:

* Demonstrated knowledge of individual and/or group psychotherapeutic treatment modalities and techniques

* Interpersonal and leadership skills

* Knowledge of Medicaid Rule 132/140, EHRS systems, and MCOs

* Excellent organizational skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Email, Excel, etc)

* Must be eligible and able to obtain a fingerprint card and background check prior to hire

Qualified and interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter with a salary history to

Hong Liu, Executive Director
Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA)
230 W. Cermak, 2nd Fl, Chicago, IL 60616
[email protected]