MIPPAA Coordinator - Temporary

This position can be located anywhere in the state of Oklahoma THIS POSITION IS A TEMPORARY CONTRACT POSITION MIPPAA Coordinator Pay Rate: $21.66 per hour Job-related travel is Occasional. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain valid car insurance as an insured driver. Job Responsibilities:

* Screen Medicare beneficiaries for LIS and MSP eligibility (QMB, SLMB, and QI) by phone, in person, and at community events. * Help eligible individuals complete and submit applications, including online LIS applications through the Social Security Administration and MSP applications through the state. * Follow up on pending applications, help clients respond to requests for more information, and explain what approval means for their costs. * Share information on Medicare preventive services and wellness benefits as part of every outreach contact. * Refer clients who need plan comparisons or enrollment counseling to the Oklahoma Medicare Assistance Program (SHIP) and connect them with other local resources as needed. * Plan and attend outreach events at places like senior centers, health fairs, pharmacies, clinics, churches, libraries, and food pantries. * Build working relationships with Area Agencies on Aging, Aging and Disability Resource Centers, health care providers, and other community partners to increase referrals. * Record all client contacts, applications, and outreach events accurately in the STARS reporting system and program spreadsheets within required timeframes * Protect client personal and health information according to HIPAA and agency confidentiality rules. * Complete required MIPPA and Medicare training and share what you learn with the team. * Manage a varied workload independently while working closely with team members and supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

* High school diploma or equivalent. * At least one year of experience in outreach, customer service, case management, * Benefits enrollment, or a related human services field. * Clear, patient communication with older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers, including over the phone. * Strong organizational skills and accurate data entry. * Confront using computers, online applications, Microsoft Office, and databases. * Valid driver's license and the ability to travel, with occasional evenings or weekend events.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in social work, public health, gerontology, or a related field. * Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, LIS, or MSP * Experience working with community partners or coalitions * Bilingual in English and Spanish or another language common in the region * Familiarity with community resources and partnerships.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to frequently lift up to 15 lbs for transporting computer. Must have stable and reliable home internet (not a hot spot) for telework or will be required to work from an Oklahoma Human Services office. If you have questions, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io This application is not for a permanent state employee position. It is a temporary contract position. 26-KM228