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Westchester Jewish Community Services Admitting Specialist in Mount Vernon, New York
Overview:
WJCS is seeking a full-time Admitting Specialist to join our team. Reporting to the Admitting Director, the Admitting Specialist plays a crucial role in facilitating the intake and referral process for individuals and agencies seeking mental health services at WJCS. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office and remote work, with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote. This role will be split between our Mt. Vernon and Peekskill clinics. The compensation for this position is $46,000.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Manage the intake and referral process, scheduling initial intake appointments for prospective clients and/or agencies.
Verify and obtain benefits and pre-certification information from insurance companies.
Accurately register insurance and pre-certification details for new clients in the electronic health records system.
Enter and adjust on-going authorizations, co-pay, and deductible information for existing clients.
Troubleshoot issues related to insurance authorization, recertification, and coordination of benefits across multiple systems.
Requirements:
We are looking for candidates who possess the following:
An Associate’s or a Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field is preferred, however an applicant with experience and a High School Diploma will be considered.
Prior experience in an office setting, particularly within managed care, is required.
Strong understanding of administrative processes with mental health or healthcare settings.
Proficient knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid billing policies.
Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus!
What WJCS has to offer you:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package that include:
Generous paid time off
Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a generous Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
Disability and life insurance
403(b) Plan and Agency-Paid Pension Plan
On-Going Professional Training and Development
Employee Assistance Program
Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives
Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
Why join Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS)?
Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need.
We are dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect for all employees in an inclusive and safe environment that values diversity, experience, and merit. We are committed to racial justice and equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity differences—for employment, professional development, and advancement for qualified individuals.
WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
