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Intake Coordinator

Community Options

  • Gaithersburg, Maryland
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    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. Collecting and uploading all necessary admission documentation, such as SSA award letters, birth certificates, Medicaid cards, IDs, etc.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGaithersburg, Maryland
    IndustryNonprofit Charitable Organizations
    Company Size5,000 to 9,999 employees
    Year Founded1989
    Websitehttp://www.comop.org

    Description

    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 Rockville, MD. The Intake Coordinator is the point person responsible for the overall coordination and facilitation ofprogram 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.

    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
    • Valid Drivers License with good driving record.

    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

    Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

    Benefits

    Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle Allowance, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts

    About Company

    Community Options’ mission is to develop housing and employment supports for persons with disabilities.

    Community Options believes in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination. Embracing this philosophy, Community Options works with individuals with significant disabilities through residential services, day programs, social enterprises that employ individuals with disabilities, high school transition programs, and specialized programs for respite and medically fragile adults. As a national agency, Community Options seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through person centered and natural supports, and collaboration with community partners to increase accessibility to services. Community Options does not administer any large congregate programs, recognizing that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs. In its history, the agency has developed a reputation for quality, cost effective administration that encourages individual choice and flexibility.

    We currently operate in 11 states: 

    • Arizona
    • Kentucky
    • Maryland
    • New Jersey
    • New Mexico
    • New York
    • Pennsylvania
    • South Carolina
    • Tennessee
    • Texas
    • Utah

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