Job description

Meridian is looking to add to our Admissions staff!

Schedule available is Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Starting rate is $15/hour. Essential staff are also being paid an extra $2.35/hour when working on-site,

$1500 Bonus after 90 days of employment in good standing.

Position Overview:

The Admissions Referral Coordinator is responsible for processing incoming referrals, pre-screening applicants, completing pre-admission documentation, insurance verification, scheduling admission appointments, and data entry for client referrals.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Duties):

1. Offer friendly, courteous, and confidential assistance to potential clients to ensure the client and/or family has a positive experience during their scheduling for services;

2. Respond to inquires about the program, admission requirements and other processes. Additionally, confirms appointments by telephone;

3. Facilitates the admission process of all private insurance clients; no matter what level of care is needed. This includes verification of active coverage, as well as any co-pays that may be required at the time of admission;

4. Identify managed health care plans, which require a pre-authorization and communicate the clearance or non-clearance to the potential client;

5. Coordinates with all referring PIHP’s the scheduling of admissions, requests for transportation, and any additional arrangements necessary to facilitate a client admissions to any level of care;

6. Works diligently in conjunction with the Medical Services and Admissions Manager to optimize utilization in residential and withdrawal management programs;

7. Thoroughly and accurately enter selected information into “CPI Trac” and other electronic systems, as required;

8. Complete all required documentation, both in paper and electronic form, as delineated by the referring PIHP or insurance carrier, as well as required per internal policy/procedure;

9. Prepare daily/weekly utilization reports for management;

10. Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Exercised:

• N/A

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree/Associate’s degree in appropriate academic discipline preferred or equivalent experience in behavioral health setting.
• At least one-year practical experience in therapeutic setting with emphasis on intake and screening in a rehabilitation setting, unless otherwise waived.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to produce work efficiently with minimal errors.
• Ability to work well with various personality types.
• Ability to make assessment decisions based upon gathered information.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Ability to conduct self in a professional and ethical manner.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

· Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

· Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly

Meridian Health Services encourages individuals with disabilities, including those in recovery, to apply.

Employment is contingent on a back ground check and a clear drug screenfor illegal substances.

Addiction Treatment. Detoxification. Relapse Prevention.

Meridian Health Services helps instill hope and restore health to those suffering from substance use disorders.

Meridian Health Services has been helping individuals suffering from substance use disorders for over 40 years. We use the most advanced, modern, therapeutic practices to treat drug and alcohol addiction. Our success in Addiction Treatment is based on working with individuals to help them learn to live a balanced lifestyle. Meridian Health Services is the only treatment facility in Michigan to offer an evidence-based treatment curriculum with specialized programming components to treat opiate dependence and polysubstance dependence.Our treatment philosophy is based on the recognition that alcohol and drug addiction is a disease and that abstinence is the best way to manage the condition. We approach Addiction Treatment from a wellness perspective, working with the mind, body and spirit as being the key components of learning to live a healthy lifestyle.

We offer a competitive wage and excellent health and benefit package for full time employees. Meridian Health Services provides LIFE, LTD, STD for all full-time employees as well as health, dental and vision insurance that exceed ACA requirements. Generous paid-time off and holiday pay.

As a non-profit organization, our employees are also eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program for student loans.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

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