ADAPT Project Coordinator

Mountain Community Health Partnership (MCHP) is seeking a full-time ADAPT (Adaptive Dental Access and Prevention for Children Together) Project Coordinator. ADAPT Project Coordinator will lead a groundbreaking initiative focused on improving dental access and care for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities (NDDs) in Mitchell and Yancey Counties. The ADAPT Initiative is funded through a prestigious HRSA grant and will transform how children with neurodevelopmental disabilities access and experience dental care through sensory-adapted environments, caregiver education, school partnerships, and coordinated healthcare services. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Coordinate all day-to-day activities of the ADAPT Initiative.


• Manage all project timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements.  


• Monitor program performance and support continuous quality improvement efforts. 


• Prepare progress reports and maintain compliance with federal grant requirements. 


• Collaborate with local schools, healthcare providers, and community partners. 


• Support development of referral pathways for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. 


• Assist with caregiver coaching and educational programs. 


• Serve as a key liaison between the dental team and community stakeholders 


• When grant responsibilities are completed, provide support for dental front office operations including:
  
  
  
  • Patient registration and scheduling. 
  
  
  • Insurance verification. 
  
  
  • Appointment coordination. 
  
  
  • Patient communication and customer service. 
  
  
  
  

Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor's degree in public health, Healthcare Administration, Social Work, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). 


• Experience: Three or more years of healthcare, public health, or community program management experience, preferred. Knowledge of neurodevelopmental disabilities and healthcare coordination. Experience with quality improvement, data tracking, and reporting. 


• Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments and community organizations.

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Employer Paid Health Insurance


• Life Insurance; Group and Voluntary


• Paid Time Off