Intake & Authorization Coordinator (ABA Services) Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Intake & Authorization Coordinator (ABA Services) 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Columbia, SC 29210

Company Overview:

BreakThru Services is a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism and related developmental disorders. Our dedicated team is committed to improving lives through compassionate, evidence-based care. We are currently seeking an organized, personable and proactive Intake and Authorization Coordinator to join our growing administrative team.

Job Type:

Full-time |

On-site Location:

Columbia, SC Job Summary:

As the Intake and Authorization Coordinator, you will play a key role in welcoming new families to our clinic, verifying insurance benefits, securing authorizations for ABA services, and supporting our clinical staff to ensure smooth client onboarding and care continuity.

Responsibilities:

Conduct initial interview calls with new client families and collect required information (demographics, medical/behavioral history, insurance). Verify insurance eligibility and ABA therapy benefits. Submit and follow up on prior authorizations and reauthorizations. Coordinate initial intakes with BCBAs and support scheduling needs. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in practice management systems. Monitor authorization timelines and notify staff of approvals, renewals or denials. Communicate professionally with families, clinical staff, and insurance companies. Ensure compliance with HIPAA and clinic policies.

Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, psychology, or related field preferred and/or 1+ year of experience in behavioral health, ABA, medical insurance authorization. Experience with platforms like CentralReach, Rethink, or TherapyNotes is a plus. Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills. High attention to detail and comfort managing multiple cases at once.

Benefits:

Paid time off and holidays Opportunities for growth within a mission-driven organization Supportive and collaborative team environment

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$14.00 – $16.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends Application Question(s): Are you available to work 9am-5pm?

Experience:

medical insurance authorization: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Columbia, SC 29210 (Required)

Work Location:

In person