CLINICAL SCREENER

The Clinical Screener is responsible for assessing and determining the appropriate clinical program to meet participant needs. Upon determination of appropriate clinical program, screener conducts applicable screening tool per program specific requirements and guidelines. Clinical Screener maintains waitlists for clinical programs to ensure meaningful and qualified applicants. Screening includes but it not limited to, medical criteria/eligibility, financial status, and service needs.

Duties Include:

Perform universal screen to identify participant eligibility (medical & financials) and service needs. Maintains knowledge and provides education regarding current regulations regarding MPOA, activation of MPOA, guardianship and requesting/reviewing legal documentation to determine if legal authority exists prior to screening. Upon identification of appropriate program need, perform program specific screening tool per program requirements and guidelines. Maintains call log data; including but not limited to coding for appropriate priority of call back, completing and following up on intake requests and call back log entries. Maintenance of waitlist(s). Follow Up contacts to applicants on waitlist per program requirements. Including formal quarterly contacts, waitlist follow up calls, and weekly not in process calls. Follow-up with health care professionals, representatives, and others as appropriate for coordination of program eligibility and requested support services for referrals, NFT's, and Transfer cases. Work in collaboration with Eligibility Specialists, and Scheduler to facilitate waitlist to enrollment assessment process. Provides backup coverage for operational voids, and other duties as assigned (to view the entire job description, please select the "download" button.

Qualifications Minimum requirements are:

Bachelor Degree in Health/Human Services, Social Work or related field preferred. Associates Degree in Health/Human Services minimum. At least 1-2 years of human services experience in the healthcare field, including assessment of needs, program eligibility, Medicaid financial review, and screening experience required. Extensive Knowledge in Medicaid and dual eligibility, community resources and clinical programs. Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and in an interdisciplinary team setting. Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, multitasking, time management, written and verbal communication skills. Strong computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, and be able to type at least 40 wpm.

OUR INDUSTRY-LEADING BENEFITS CONSISTS OF

Choice of 3 excellent next to zero cost Medical Plans including Dental and Vision. 401K - Agency contributes 50% match up to first 6% contribution. Fitness and Wellness programs. Excellent PTO package- Minimum 4 weeks accrual for the first year. Get 10 paid holidays and 3 floating. Mileage reimbursed for business travel. Work schedules consist of hybrid, community-based, or office-based. Our recruiting team would love to hear from you today! Please complete our on-line application and submit your resume for immediate consideration. Ageways is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.