Client Engagement Services Specialist

Job Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Client Engagement Services Specialist engages with consumers in person, over the phone, and/or online to build professional relationships by assisting consumers with services. Job Duties Welcome consumers and visitors in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner; direct individuals to the appropriate staff within the organization. Act as a team player in efficient, centralized intake systems and open?access systems for consumers. Coordinate information flow (mail, phones, intra?agency requests) efficiently and accurately to forward information to the appropriate person(s) and/or relay messages as needed. Maintain basic understanding of agency services and programs to answer questions, direct calls, etc. Conduct accurate fee assessment to determine payor source and eligibility for private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, etc. Work with consumers to ensure Medicaid/insurance coverage and that the client understands coverage, including assisting with and/or coordinating application assistance. Inform and educate clients on financial responsibility, items to bring to appointments, payment methods, etc. Collect and record co?payment from clients, including accurate documentation of transactions, reconciling daily deposits to receipts, etc. Accept, track items received by the client engagement office, including donations, daily receipts of cash and/or checks for transmittal to the finance team, receipt of packages and mail, etc. Process incoming faxes and medical record requests promptly. Input accurate information into systems and program databases (enter client data, schedule intake/follow?up appointments, update client information, etc.). Complete and process forms to obtain necessary data significant to a clients care. Process client documentation through DocuSign and assist with file management based on agency protocols and state regulations. Prepare and collate copies of internal documents and packets. Maintain office supply inventory and monitor supplies on hand. Required Skills & Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict?resolution skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time?management and prioritization skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to provide problem?solving assistance and crisis intervention to clients. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Awareness and sensitivity to the organizations constituents and populations served by employees. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software. Regular and predictable attendance, and promptness for work. Commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and values of Lutheran Family Services. Support Lutheran Family Services in creating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. Position Competencies Helping Verbal & Written Communication Critical Thinking Organizing Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required; two years of post?secondary education preferred. Customer service experience required; non?profit experience preferred. Fluent in English and another language preferred (e.g., Spanish, Kurdish, Arabic). Demonstrated understanding of and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds. Comfortable working with stressful individual/family dynamics. Consistently courteous and caring attitude toward clientele, volunteers, visitors, etc. Cooperation and collaboration with program area staff, volunteers, and other agency staff. Valid drivers license, liability auto insurance, and ability to drive for organization business. Physical Requirements Sit at a desk and work at a computer screen for hours at a time. Work in an office environment and work remotely on occasion as needed. Travel to various office locations to support client services as needed. Work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends to meet client needs (as directed). Lift up to 50 lbs. Lutheran Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr