Medicaid Coordinator

Van-Buren-Intermediate-School-District; Lawrence Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District in Michigan is seeking a Medicaid Coordinator to oversee county-wide participation in the Michigan Medicaid School Services Program (SSP). The role works with MDHHS, MDE, and LEAs to ensure program compliance and accurate data management.

Starting immediately, this in-person, full-time (200 days) position requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with experience in Medicaid programs and familiarity with IDEA and school-based

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree or credits preferred.
• Experience with Michigan Medicaid School Services Program (SSSP) preferred.
• Familiarity with IDEA, special education regulations and school-based service delivery; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Oversee county-wide participation in the Michigan Medicaid SSP.
• Coordinate with MDHHS, MDE, and LEAs to ensure compliance.
• Prepare training materials and deliver presentations to staff.
• Maintain records and data using online databases.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Organization

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Training/supervision

Data reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Online databases

Job description

Medicaid Coordinator

Job ID: 5861869

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Medicaid Coordinator

Status: Full Time, 200 days, In-Person

Union: Non-Union

Department/Program/Service: Special Education Department

Reports To: Administrator of Program Accountability

Location of Work:

• Special Services Building
• 701 South Paw Paw Street
• Lawrence, MI 49064

Job Goal:

The primary goal is to oversee county-wide participation in the Michigan Medicaid School Services Program (SSP). This position works closely with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and constituent Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to ensure compliance with Medicaid requirements.

Qualifications

Education & Certification :

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree or credits preferred.

Work Experience :

• Experience with Michigan Medicaid School Services Program (SSSP), preferred.
• Familiarity with IDEA, special education regulations and school-based service delivery, preferred.
• Training for this position will be provided.

Essential Job Functions

Skills :

• Valid driver's license required.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Effective presentation skills to train individuals and groups
• Clear, effective and courteous written and verbal communication skills
• High quality customer service and technical support skills
• Research and information gathering skills, including the ability to process and track information using online databases
• Records management skills, including financial recordkeeping skills
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets, etc.) to manage data, create reports, and develop training materials
• Reliable and consistent time management and project coordination skills
• Evaluation skills to determine compliance and to promote improvement
• General professional skills, including a willingness to:
• Make student-centered decisions
• Adhere to federal, state and VBISD policies and procedures
• Model VBISD guidelines: Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence
• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed upon timelines
• Seek ongoing improvement and accept feedback in a professional way
• Perform additional tasks, responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Director, or Superintendent.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time
• Ability to travel across the county and state to participate in meetings and conferences

Terms of Employment: As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Position Type:

Regular

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]