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Medicaid Coordinator

RITAP is a registered vendor of professional development with the Rhode Island Department of Education Office of Teacher Certification and Professional Development. As such, many of the workshops/conferences offered by RITAP staff are available for RIDE professional development credits. Districts may request professional development pre-approval by registering this workshop on the e-ride system at: http://www.eride.ri.gov/RIDE/PD

A guidance document to help you through the registration process is available at:
http://www.ridoe.net/Certification_PD/prodev/Default.htm

Workshops available:

Medicaid Options
This workshop provides an overview of Medicaid eligibility options and the benefits available to children birth to 21 in Rhode Island. It offers general knowledge and contact information about Medical Assistance for school personnel, including social workers, psychologists and school nurse teachers, as well as for parents and other members of the community. Fill out a request form to request a workshop. A packet of information is given to all workshop participants.

Time: 2-3 hours

CEDARR Initiative
This workshop provides an overview of the Comprehensive Evaluation Diagnosis Assessment Referral and Re-evaluation (CEDARR) Initiative administered by the Department of Human Services. It offers general knowledge to school personnel, families and other community groups about the CEDARR Initiative. Information includes services provided by CEDARR Family Centers and CEDARR Direct Services including the Home-based Therapeutic Services (HBTS), Kids Connect (provision of therapeutic support in childcare settings), and Personal Assistance Services and Supports (PASS). Fill out a request form to request a workshop. A packet of information is given to all workshop participants.

Time: 1-2 hours

 

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