Dual Authorization Program Coordinator

Now Hiring: Dual Authorization Program Coordinator

Help create seamless support meaningful connections and successful outcomes for adults with disabilities.

ECHO is seeking a highly organized collaborative and mission-driven professional to join our team as a Dual Authorization Program Coordinator (Dual PC). In this unique and impactful role youll serve as the bridge between our Day Support and Group Supported Employment (GSE) programs ensuring participants receiving services in both programs experience smooth coordinated person-centered support.

If you enjoy problem-solving collaboration organization and making a difference every day - this could be the perfect fit for you.

About the Role

The Dual PC will oversee coordination and integration of services for participants enrolled in both Day Support and Group Supported Employment (GSE) programs.

This role ensures services are aligned documentation is accurate communication is seamless and participants receive high-quality uninterrupted support across programs.

Youll collaborate closely with Program Managers Day and Employment Support Specialists participants families or guardians and support teams to help participants succeed both in the community and the workplace.

What Youll Do

Participant & Program Coordination

• Coordinate services for participants authorized in both Day Support and GSE
• Align schedules across programs to prevent service gaps or overlaps
• Support smooth transitions between Day Support activities and employment worksites
• Maintain a consistent accurate overview of participant services
• Attend intake meetings and assist with onboarding coordination

Documentation & Billing Integrity

• Review documentation for accuracy completeness and timeliness
• Validate participant time entries in ECHOs EHR and payroll systems
• Ensure billing readiness and prevent duplication of services
• Write quarterly reports within required timelines
• Review participant factsheets and records for accuracy
• Support reconciliation between Day Support and GSE documentation

ISP & Authorization Alignment

• Monitor WAMS authorizations and service utilization
• Participate in ISP/Person-Centered Planning processes
• Ensure ISP goals and supports are implemented consistently across programs

Attendance & Utilization Management

• Monitor participant attendance schedules and service utilization
• Track absences late arrivals and scheduling changes
• Identify and communicate concerns related to underutilization or inconsistencies

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison between Day Support staff GSE staff and Program Managers
• Ensure communication between teams is clear timely and consistent
• Help staff stay informed on schedules protocols and participant needs

Stakeholder Communication

• Coordinate with families support coordinators residential providers and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain consistent communication across all service areas

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Support compliance with Medicaid DBHDS Licensure and CARF standards
• Assist with incident follow-up investigations and human rights documentation as needed
• Help maintain the integrity and quality of participant records

Operational Support

• Assist with participant arrivals/departures and scheduling coordination
• Provide cross-program support during staffing shortages
• Cross-train in both Day Support and GSE operations
• Substitute for ECHO drivers when needed

What You Bring

Bachelors degree in Human Services 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities OR Minimum of 5 years of direct experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities

In addition you have:

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and professional judgment
• Understanding of clinical risk and person-centered supports
• Experience with EHR systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Flexibility and reliability in a fast-paced environment
• Valid drivers license with satisfactory driving record
• Knowledge of Person-Centered Plans (PCPs) and service authorizations

About ECHO

For 50 years ECHO has empowered adults with disabilities to achieve their highest level of personal social and economic success. Through day support employment services transportation and skill-building opportunities we help individuals thrive as active members of the community.

Apply Today

If youre looking for a job where you can make a difference AND have your evenings and weekends free wed love to meet you.

Apply here: Requirement

• Successful completion of drug/alcohol screening and a background check to include fingerprinting

Required Experience:

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