Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are currently seeking an Intake Coordinator in Syracuse, NY. The Intake Coordinator is the point person responsible for the overall coordination and facilitation of program admissions. This person is responsible for the admission processes of new individuals and all functions keeping existing individuals current and in good standing. Reporting directly to the Intake Supervisor for Pennsylvania, the Intake Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of individual data and authorizations in Therap, facilitation of new admissions upon intake, and the generating of billing methods in Therap.
The starting pay is $20.00-$23.00 hourly
Responsibilities
Collecting and uploading all necessary admission documentation, such as SSA award letters, birth certificates, Medicaid cards, IDs, etc.
Assure service authorizations in Therap are created and maintained to avoid loss of services and payments
Attends pre-placement meeting for all new admissions to ensure all necessary documents are collected prior to an admission
Enroll/Admit all individuals into Therap
Assure new residents and amendments to services are updated and/or entered in Therap
Assisting directors with completing rep payee, room and board, eligibility determination, and any other pertinent applications/contracts.
Enter, review, and update authorizations for all PA individuals.
Weekly generating of Attendance and ISP Data in Therap and communicating completion to the billing department
Works Collaboratively with billing department and regional offices for troubleshooting issues impacting billing and cash flow
Other duties as assigned by Intake Supervisor
Educational and Work Experience
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge and understanding of local and regional regulatory operations
Knowledge and understanding of state regulations
Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
Experience with intake and admissions
Excellent time management skills
Familiarity with Social Security and Medicaid
Working Knowledge of ICD-10 codes
Therap experience is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving support and team members.
General understanding of ODP and Waiver services preferred.
Experience with HCSIS, and Promise is a
Working Conditions
May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
Moderate overtime required throughout the year
Minimal hazards, general office working conditions