Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now hiring an
Medicaid / OPWDD Specialist in
Manhattan, NY. The Intake Specialist is responsible for individuals' benefits and entitlements. This position requires travel to Brooklyn and Manhattan regions.
Starting Pay is $65,0000 per/year
Responsibilities
- Assure compliance with all eligibility requirements
- Complete all SSI eligibility packets as social security (SS) requests them
- Assist with collecting all the necessary documentation for Medicaid redeterminations
- Point person to contact SS for all and any updated income letters
- Submit and follow up with SS regarding rep payee applications
- Manage the admissions and discharge process for individuals receiving supports and services including completing and maintaining all intake/discharge documentation
- Manage the benefits and entitlements for all individuals receiving supports and services, which includes OTDA and SNAP benefits
- Work closely with operations management to ensure assets and bank accounts (RFMS) are in good standing to maintain benefits
- Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Minimum Requirements
- Knowledge and understanding of local and regional regulatory operations
- At least 2 years experience managing benefits (Medicaid, Social Security, Medicare)
- Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
- Experience with intake and admissions
- Working knowledge of ICD-10 codes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- High School diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's or associate degree preferred)
- At least two years' experience preferably with a background in admissions, social services
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
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
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays------ Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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