Intake Specialist

Your story.Our mission.A perfect match. Your story.Our mission.A perfect match.You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives-with compassion and respect-we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future. OhioGuidestone is seeking an Intake Specialist for our Findlay (Hancock County) Office. The Intake Specialist works under the supervision of the Intake Supervisor and is responsible for entering referral data in the electronic health record (EHR) and explaining services that OhioGuidestone provides to potential clients and referral sources.Benefits include:NEW higher pay ratesClear career ladder for development path in various rolesCompetitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee + childrenFree CEU trainings10 paid holidays; two are exchangeableFlexible work schedules to support work/life balanceFlexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations401(k) with employer match optionEmployment Assistance Program (EAP)Mileage reimbursementFree licensure supervisionRecognition and rewardsEssential Functions:Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of Our Promise each and every day,performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.Answer incoming calls to receive referrals or route the call to the appropriate personnelor department to respond to the matterEnsure clients are oriented to the agency in an empathetic, professional and efficientmanner while complying with all state and federal regulations.Facilitate referrals and linkages to appropriate external and internal services andproviders and coordinate care, as needed, for the curation of client treatment.Ensure effective communication to potential clients and/or referral sources regardingOhioGuidestone programs and services.Confirm insurance information for individuals seeking services with OhioGuidestone.Manage the documentation requirements of the intake process within the required timeframes and ensuring that all aspects of intake documentation meet or exceed state andfederal regulations.Maintain confidentiality as required by state and federal regulations.Collaborate and consult with Finance Department and Benefit Eligibility Specialists toensure clean claims for all services billed after the intake process is complete.Demonstrate positive leadership, promote an inclusive work environment and presentthe Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.Education & Experience:High School Diploma or GED is required.1+ years' experience working with children, youth and families in a healthcare setting performing similar responsibilities preferred.Qualifications:Mission-driven; strong desire to make an impactEffective interpersonal skills; able to interact professionally and courteously with clients, agency personnel, vendors, authorities and other organizations.Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgmentFlexible; occasionally may have to work beyond regular business hours with or withoutnotice to meet the needs of clientsStrong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.Possess a valid Ohio Driver's License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.Successfully meet pre-employment drug screen, physical exam and pre-employment background requirements.*Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree.At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/AA M/F/H/V