Senior Medical Coordinator, Pediatric Care & Team Lead

National Youth Advocate Program; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Paid days off each year

Healthcare benefits

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

CEUs and ongoing trainings

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program in Naperville, IL seeks a Lead Medical Coordinator to oversee health services for children in care. You will supervise Medical Coordinators, train staff, and develop policies for confidential health records, triage health concerns, and medical emergency response.

The role requires an RN license and bilingual English/Spanish, with experience in care coordination and child welfare.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor’s or higher health-related degree.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Minimum 1 year in public health or healthcare coordination.
• 1 year child welfare experience in a social service setting preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and insurance.
• Proficient with common software and health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health services and coordinate timely, appropriate health care for children in care.
• Supervise Medical Coordinators and train staff on medical, dental, and public health topics.
• Develop and maintain policies for confidential health records and PHI handling.
• Coordinate medical emergency response, environmental health and safety, and post‑release planning.
• Communicate health needs to case managers and clinicians and schedule care appointments.
• Assist in transporting children to appointments and obtaining medical clearances.
• Prepare TARs and ensure payments; ensure interpretation/translation services are in place.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

RN license

Bilingual English/Spanish

Care coordination

Public health experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's or higher in health-related field

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program in Naperville, IL seeks a Lead Medical Coordinator to oversee health services for children in care. You will supervise Medical Coordinators, train staff, and develop policies for confidential health records, triage health concerns, and medical emergency response.

The role requires an RN license and bilingual English/Spanish, with experience in care coordination and child welfare.