Are you passionate about supporting individuals in their healthcare journeys? We are seeking a dedicated Healthcare Services Coordinator to join our team at Aspire Residential Services. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our clients receive the best possible care by coordinating and providing transportation to their healthcare appointments. You'll act as a healthcare advocate, assist with scheduling, and ensure compliance with state regulations and clinical best practices. Position Summary: Provides coordination of and transportation to healthcare appointments for persons using Aspire Residential services.Position Responsibilities:Liaison for healthcare services to individuals.Coordinate healthcare services to ensure routine and follow up appointments are completed according to IL DHS requirements and best practice clinical standardsAssist individuals with scheduling healthcare appointmentsProvide transportation to healthcare appointmentsAct as healthcare advocate during medical appointmentsComplete healthcare appointment documentation within one business dayComplete assigned quality reviews of residential medication storage, Medication Administration Records (MARs), and assess medication re-order needsCommunicates quality review and medication re-order needs status to the RN Trainer, Life Consultant.Assist with the pick-up / drop off of prescriptions from the pharmacy and the delivery of medication to residential sites as requiredAssists in the pick-up of medical supplies from distributors and delivery of medical supplies to residential sites as required.Maintain monthly calendar for all medical appointmentsEducate, promote and provide support to individuals in making healthy lifestyle choices, as referenced in the DSP health and safety and health and nutrition training curriculums and/or service plans.Identify and utilize effective advocacy strategies to overcome the diverse challenges facing individuals, i.e., human rights, legal, administrative and financial.Maintain the Health Record for all persons who use residential services Attend department meetings.Maintain current required training including certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Basic First Aid (FA) Maintain Authorized Direct Support Person status for all residential individuals The employee may be asked to perform other duties as required by the employer's business needsReporting to this Position: NoneRequirementsRequired Education & Experience:High School diploma or GED1 year experience as IL DHS Direct Support PersonAdditional Licensing/Certifications:Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:Computer skills necessary to maintain communication and Electronic Health RecordAttention to detail, good oral and written communication skills, interpersonal and training skills Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:Certified Nursing Assistant Aspire's priority is keeping our team members and participants healthy and safe. PPE is provided and regular cleaning and disinfecting regiments are followed to maintain a safe work and living environment. Hand sanitizer is available throughout our facilities.Aspire is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Aspire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities so that an applicant may complete the essential functions of a position. The essential functions of positions are outlined in a position's job description. To request an accommodation or if you have a question regarding what the essential functions of a position are please contact the People Team at 708.632.5502. Medical LiaisonHealth AideCNAHealth Advocate