Lead Medical Coordinator FCYS

MarSell Wellness Center; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MarSell Wellness Center in California seeks a Registered Nurse with a BSN or higher health-related degree to lead medical coordination for children in care. You will supervise staff, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with Title 22 and health department requirements.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, client-centered care, coordinating primary care, immunizations, and medical needs while maintaining a high standard of clinical protocols across the center.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure with BSN or higher health-related degree.
• 2+ years of experience in child welfare or public health.
• Strong coordination and clinical care skills with attention to documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate team-based medical care for children in the center.
• Prepare and maintain accurate medical records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with Title 22 and health department requirements.
• Supervise staff and provide medical guidance and training.

Skills

Care coordination

Health administration

Clinical care

Education

BSN or higher health degree

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

UC Portal Software

MS Office

Job description

Reports To: Program Director

FLSA Status:Exempt

Position Summary:

Serves as the primary liaison with health care providers to ensure clients receive comprehensive and timely medical care. Coordinates all aspects of client health, including primary care appointments, immunizations, medication administration, and ongoing medical needs. Ensures compliance with California Community Care Licensing (Title 22), Department of Health, and County Public Health Department requirements. Oversees medical documentation, monitors health outcomes, and provides guidance to staff on medical protocols to maintain a high standard of care. Ensure a safe, trauma-informed, and nurturing environment for clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinate team based medical care for the children placed in the center.
• Prepare, compile, submit, and maintain accurate medical records, files, forms, statistics, and additional relevant information in accord with agency policy, licensing and/or funding requirements.
• Review Program portal for compliance with medical information upload requirements and ensure updates are input as needed for safety and timely discharge.
• As appropriate, provide sponsors, family members and clients with medial updates.
• Actively participate in medical and service-related resource development prior to children’s discharge.
• Participate in planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating all medical needs of the children for designated social service program(s).
• Establish and maintain partnership with medical care providers.
• Provide documented information related to identified delays in the medical assessments.
• Attend scheduled meetings and participate in team decisions and operations to represent the medical needs of the children.
• Coordinate medical resources for all employees and resource family homes.
• Adhere to Child Abuse and reporting requirements.
• Must be relied upon regarding task completion and meeting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, work quality, or customer service satisfaction.
• Attending meetings and training when needed or requested.
• Perform other duties as requested by the assigned supervisor and/or management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises employees in the Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Supervise, coaches, and mentors staff providing guidance to their work and learning including, when necessary, corrective/disciplinary action in a timely and professional manner.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers andanalyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Communications- Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Teamwork- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Planning/Organizing- Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism- Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Judgement- Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representatives of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• 2+ years working experience in child welfare.
• 1+ years of employment in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination, health administration, or direct clinical care.

AND Any of the following:

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor’s; OR
• Higher health-related qualification (e.g. Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner)

Required:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Education/ Experience:

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a bachelor’s degree or a higher health-related qualification (such as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) and two to four years’ experience working with children and families.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid CA Driver License.

Language Ability:

Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.

Read, analyze and interpret business, professional, technical or governmental documents. Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers and the public.

Mathematical Ability:

Comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, algebra and advanced statistical theory. Work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.

Reasoning Ability:

Apply logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Dealing with nonverbal symbolism (e.g., formulas and equations) in difficult phases. Deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point)
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment.
• Electronic Medical Record and UC Portal Software.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can elevate loud noises when drilling or mounting equipment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand for long periods of time, crawl, kneel, or stoop. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 45 pounds with assistance when necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.