Medi-Cal Access & Reentry Coordinator

WestCare Inc; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 74,500,608 - 85,962,240; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Foundation in Fresno is seeking a Medi-Cal Assessment Coordinator to ensure timely assessment, enrollment assistance, and connection to Medi-Cal and other healthcare benefits for participants reentering the community.

The role acts as a liaison among participants, MCPs, CDCR, and community providers to ensure continuity of medical and behavioral health services upon release, with duties including assessments, care planning, and enrollment support.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of Medi-Cal eligibility or healthcare navigation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Counseling or related field strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain WestCare vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of participants' healthcare, behavioral health, and Medi-Cal eligibility needs.
• Develop healthcare access plans integrating with individual service plans.
• Coordinate access to medical, behavioral health, and other healthcare services.
• Assist participants with Medi-Cal enrollment, reinstatement, renewal, and eligibility verification.
• Coordinate Managed Care Plan selection, primary care assignment, and referrals.
• Monitor enrollment status and address barriers to timely care.
• Serve as liaison among participants, CDCR, MCPs, County Behavioral Health and partners.
• Maintain documentation of assessments, referrals, enrollment activities, and progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Professional appearance

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

WestCare Foundation in Fresno is seeking a Medi-Cal Assessment Coordinator to ensure timely assessment, enrollment assistance, and connection to Medi-Cal and other healthcare benefits for participants reentering the community.

The role acts as a liaison among participants, MCPs, CDCR, and community providers to ensure continuity of medical and behavioral health services upon release, with duties including assessments, care planning, and enrollment support.