Intake / Prior Authorization Coordinator
Community Psychiatric Institute
- East Orange, NJ
- $45,000-55,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Master’s Degree in Behavioral Health
- Licensed Mental Health professional experienced with Substance Abuse & Co-occurring clients (LPC, LSW, LCADC or other license in related field required.)
- Experience performing intakes and assessments.
- 2+ years experience working with co-occurring populations.
- Experienced in the prior authorization approval process & insurance.
- Strong communication and writing skills.
- PLEASE DO NOT APPLY WITHOUT MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.
- The coordinator will be the point of contact for Hospital discharges and referrals and facilitate the intake process for all patients.
- Perform Intakes and Assessments for mentally ill, substance abuse and co-occurring consumers as required by State regulations.
- Complete NJSAMS as needed.
- Contact Medicaid MCO's and other commercial insurance companies for Prior Authorizations.
- Facilitate communication with community agencies and hospitals regarding our treatment program.
- Serve as point of contact for referring hospitals, insurance companies & other health care professionals.
- Screening patient clinical records for appropriateness of treatment and working with our nursing staff for medical clearance when appropriate.
- Other Job duties as assigned.
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- AFLAC
- Retirement Plan - employer funded
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Personal Time
- Employee Discounts