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Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc. OBAT Program Coordinator in Milford, Massachusetts
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford, and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.
The OBAT (Office Based Addiction Treatment) Coordinator based in Milford, MA, will support the team by managing state and federal reporting, maintaining patient registries, and coordinating care for patients with substance use disorders. They address Social Determinants of Health and collaborate with external agencies to enhance OBAT services and reach more patients.
As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you are passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.
Salary for this position: $24.00-28.00/Hour
Essential Functions:
Coordinate patient-centered, cost-effective care for OBAT patients.
Hire, train, and supervise nonclinical OBAT staff.
Conduct patient screenings, schedule appointments, and provide social support navigation, including benefits applications and referrals.
Offer nonclinical administrative support to the OBAT team.
Collaborate with providers and the healthcare team to manage patient registries, appointments, and outreach.
Complete required paperwork for OBAT patients.
Facilitate new patient orientation within a month of intake.
Build relationships with community organizations to enhance service coordination and referrals.
Support OBAT team with grant tracking, reporting, and external programming.
Assist in updating OBAT policies and procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned, including attending meetings and trainings.
Required Qualifications:
Education in Public Health, Social Work or other related health and human services.
Experience providing direct social services or similar experience.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on related experience
Medical insurance starts on first day of employment.
Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
Includes coverage for same-sex domestic partners and gender affirming care.
Generous time off packages
Dental and Vision insurance
403b Retirement Plan with employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
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