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Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator

Community Options, Inc., Maryville, TN, United States


Community Options, Inc.

is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring a Full‑Time

Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator

in

Maryville, TN . The Medicaid Alternative Pathways (MAPs) Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the development, coordination, and delivery of the MAPs program. MAPs is designed to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) by teaching skills that promote independent living, employment, and meaningful community integration. The MAPs Coordinator provides coaching and individualized supports that foster independence through the use of technology, virtual community mapping, life skills development, and person‑centered goal achievement.

Starting pay rate is $17.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of MAPs participants

Collaborate with individuals to develop a Virtual Community Resource Map (VCRM), identifying key people, places, and activities

Train participants and their support networks on enabling technologies (e.g., smartphones, tablets, and applications) to support daily tasks such as cooking, banking, health management, and scheduling

Coach participants in independent living skills, job readiness, transportation, healthy living, and social engagement

Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner

Attend conferences, seminars, and required trainings as assigned

Cooperate fully with licensing authorities and departmental staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of two (2) years of full‑time experience working in the IDD field or a related human services field

Strong ability to communicate effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally

Ability to establish and maintain supportive, respectful relationships with individuals served

Strong proficiency in the use of technology and digital tools

Ability to present ideas and factual data in a clear concise manner

Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Benefits

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

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