Senior Medical Coordinator – Pediatric Care Lead

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Roselle (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Pet insurance

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan repayment assistance

CEUs and ongoing trainings

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Lead Medical Coordinator to oversee health services for children in care, coordinate timely care, and supervise Medical Coordinators. The role requires a licensed RN with a Bachelor's or higher in health fields and bilingual English/Spanish.

You will develop policies for health records, manage triage, and support staff training on medical topics. Strong communication with case managers and clinicians is essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with a Bachelor's or higher health-related degree.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish required.
• Minimum 1 year in public health or healthcare with experience in care coordination or direct clinical care.
• 1 year experience in child welfare or social services with children/adolescents.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health services and coordinate timely, appropriate care for children in care.
• Supervise Medical Coordinators and provide staff training in pediatric health topics.
• Develop and maintain policies for confidential health records and triage of health concerns.
• Coordinate medical appointments and assist with TARs and payments.
• Ensure PHI confidentiality and communicate health needs to case managers and clinicians.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure appropriate care and provider onboarding.
• Report medical emergencies per NYAP policies and DoH guidance.
• Educate foster parents on medical policies and required responsibilities.
• Maintain medical documentation, upload records, and ensure timely submissions.

Skills

RN License

Bilingual EN/ES

Care coordination

Public health

Driving/transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Lead Medical Coordinator to oversee health services for children in care, coordinate timely care, and supervise Medical Coordinators. The role requires a licensed RN with a Bachelor's or higher in health fields and bilingual English/Spanish.

You will develop policies for health records, manage triage, and support staff training on medical topics. Strong communication with case managers and clinicians is essential.