Community Supports Provider Relations Manager

What you can expect! Find joy in serving others with IEHP! We welcome you to join us in “healing and inspiring the human spirit” and to pivot from a “job” opportunity to anauthentic experience!Reporting to the Manager of Community Supports, the IEHP Community Supports Provider Relations Manager (CS PRM) is responsible for developing and maintaining a robust network of potential and contracted Community Supports network providers to ensure service adequacy, quality, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role serves as the primary liaison and subject matter expert for all CS services associated with their assigned providers, fostering strong partnerships to drive operational excellence, facilitate redesigning efforts, introduce population health initiatives, and support achievement towards clinical outcomes and value-based care. The incumbent serves as the primary point of communication with the CS Provider and maintains oversight of the relationship from inception of the CS Provider’s relationship with IEHP onwards. The CS PRM leads provider engagement, onboarding, training, and performance improvement efforts, while supporting strategic initiatives to expand and strengthen the Community Supports network in alignment with IEHP’s mission and strategic goals. In addition, the CS PRM is responsible for recruiting new CS Providers into IEHP Community Support Network as well as identifying opportunities to develop the Community Supports network to meet IEHP quality metrics, service goals, and compliance standards.Commitment to Quality: The IEHP Team is committed to incorporate IEHP’s Quality Program goals including, but not limited to, HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation.IEHP is not only committed to healing and inspiring the human spirit of our Members, but we also aim to match our team members with the same energy by providing prime benefits and more.Competitive salaryState of the art fitness center on-siteMedical Insurance with Dental and VisionLife, short-term, and long-term disability optionsCareer advancement opportunities and professional developmentWellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balanceFlexible Spending Account - Health Care/ChildcareCalPERS retirement457(b) option with a contribution matchPaid life insurance for employeesPet care insuranceProvider Engagement (Relationship / Quality / Operations / Strategic Initiatives)a. Establish and maintain Meaningful Engagement cadence with contracted and potential CS providers through regular in-person, telephonic, and virtual meetings. Provide Strategic Engagements with CS Providers as requested by other IEHP Departments, including but not limited to Quality, Health Education, Health Services, and Strategy.b. Serve as the primary point of contract for assigned providers, addressing operational needs, providing CS-specific content, escalations, and strategic initiatives.c. Maintain accurate and timely log of Provider visits in compliance with NCQA standards, and DHCS and CMS regulatory requirements.Network Development & Performanced. Recruit and onboard new CS Providers into IEHP CS Network Service using data-driven strategies, market analysis, and/or other comparable methods. Manage New CS Provider On-Boarding Checklist activities. Ensure all vetting/onboarding tools are accurately updated accordingly.e. Facilitate in service sessions for potential Community Supports providers, presenting program expectations, goals, performance metrics, and DHCS reporting requirements to executive and senior leadership stakeholders. Develop and deliver training materials for staff Executive level staff, both contracted and non-contracted CS Providers on CS requirements, workflows, reporting and system tools.f. Deliver training and technical assistance to providers on program requirements, workflows, and reporting.g. Facilitate corrective action plans and performance improvement initiatives to address gaps in service or compliance.h. Lead provider meetings, training, and workgroups focused on improving program performance and data quality.Provider Contracting & Credentialing Supporti. Lead contracting activities for new CS Providers and assist with re-contracting processes. Take lead in obtaining all contracting collateral as required for new CS Providers.j. Collaborate with Contracts and Credentialing Departments to ensure timely completion of required documentation. Address Provider inquiries concerning rate/service changes and claims disputes.Provider Data & Compliancek. Ensure provider adherence to DHCS reporting requirements, data submission protocols (i.e., Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)), infrastructure, and IEHP standards around CS services.l. Identify opportunities for growth and partnership while working with CS Providers. Partner with CS providers to implement the growth initiatives.m. Monitor provider performance through reviewing encounter data, reporting, documentation, and adherence to compliance requirements.Ethical and Professional Conduct & Organizational Knowledgen. Promote ethical standards and maintain proficiency in IEHP programs, policies, and procedures as they relate to the Providers of IEHP, including IEHP lines of business and member benefits.o. Perform any other duties as required to ensure Health Plan operations and department business needs are successful.Education & RequirementThree (3) or more years of experience with customer service in a health services setting including Hospital, Managed Care, Medical Group, IPA, and/or HMOExperience with managed careExperience working in the community with community-based organizations (CBO’s)Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution requiredIn lieu of the required degree, a minimum of four (4) years of additional relevant work experience in Community Supports is required for this position. This experience is in addition to the minimum years listed in the Experience Requirements above.Master’s degree from an accredited institution preferredKey Qualifications Must have a valid California Driver’s license and valid automobile insurance. Must qualify and maintain driving record to drive company vehicles based on IEHP insurance standards of no more than three (3) points. Knowledge of Community Support ServicesWorking knowledge of Medical Group, IPA, CBO’s and HMO operationsProficiency in utilization of all Provider Services databases and systemsStrong organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skillsMicrocomputer Applications (Microsoft Word and Excel, Access Preferred) for use in all aspects of an office environmentSkilled data inputSkills in proactively engaging with providers and staff to determine root cause and address business issues (such as administrative, regulatory and customer service matters)Training skills to educate providers and provider staff as needed, which may include counseling providers diplomatically, while retaining a positive working relationshipSkills in network development, by monitoring and enforcing company policies and procedures, while increasing Provider effectiveness by educating and promoting participation in various IEHP initiativesExamples of such initiatives include administrative cost effectiveness, member satisfaction - CAHPS, regulatory-related, IEHP Quality programs, and taking advantage of electronic solutions (EDI, EFT, EMR, Provider Portal, Provider Website, etc.)Proven ability to:Provide clear directions, set expectations, and motivate community partners to achieve goalsMake informed, timely decisions using data, judgment, and stakeholder inputCommunicate clearly both verbally and in writing - with diverse audiencesBuild strong trust-based relationships with partners and stakeholdersDemonstrate a strong sense of ownership of IEHP’s relationship with the Provider that recognizes the Provider as a valuable partnerIndependently troubleshoot and problem-solve issues as they arise, making an assessment when escalating to a CS Manager, Director, or another IEHP department as needed and initiating, coordinating, and participating in problem-solving meetings between the Provider and IEHP stakeholders, including senior leadership and ProvidersTake initiative in preventing and resolving issues between the Provider and IEHP whenever possibleIndependently deliver training and presentations to assigned Providers and their staff, answering questions that come up on behalf of IEHP. May also deliver training and presentations to larger groups, such as leaders and management of Provider officesStart your journey towards a thriving future with IEHP and apply TODAY!This position is on a hybrid work schedule. (Monday & Friday - remote, Tuesday - Thursday onsite in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.)USD $71,572.80 - USD $93,038.40 /Yr.

Created: 2026-01-26