Support Specialist at Greater Nashua Mental Health

Nashua, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

23.82

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Registration, Medical Financial Assistance, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Problem Solving, Medical Terminology, Scheduling, Collaboration Skills, Microsoft Office, Interpersonal Skills, Multitasking, Judgment, Flexibility, Professional Attitude, High Energy, Self-Motivated

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Greater Nashua Mental Health is looking for a Support Specialist to join our Access team! The Support Specialist manages reception area and related administrative functions which include, but is not limited to, client registration, management of clinician and per diem staff schedules, and completing reports. Assists both clients and GNMH providers in determining optimal medical financial assistance eligibility and facilitates application process. Duties & Responsibilities: Greets clients and confirms and/or updates all demographic and insurance information and collects any copayments and/or payments due Answers and screens all incoming phone calls and directs callers to the appropriate staff member Manages waiting area and addresses any disruptive issues in a prompt and professional manner Communicates clearly and responds to clients, visitors, and staff in a courteous and professional manner Accurately documents all information in the appropriate fields and/or account notes. Maintains accuracy when entering demographic and insurance information in the system Maintains knowledge of state and federal programs, and conducts or attends financial counseling training for GNMH staff Counsels and assesses eligibility of uninsured and underinsured clients for State and Federal financial assistance programs and GMMH charity care Attends clinical team meetings and works with clinicians and case managers to limit lapses in client insurance coverages and ensure services received are ordered and covered Manages clinician per-diem staffing schedule if appropriate Maintains an efficient tracking system of required information for various process/procedures Attends all mandatory Benefit and Access training and meetings. Helps resolve billing needs in terms of processing claims and identifying errors in need of correction Assists clients and clinicians in obtaining necessary documentation internally and from outside agencies Maintains calendars for the conference rooms and other locations, where scheduling is necessary Accepts and directs deliveries for the building Manages office and program supplies and submits orders when necessary and appropriate Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned Requirements Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required 1 to 2 years working in a medical office preferably mental health Knowledge of State of NH medical financial assistance programs Demonstrated knowledge of medical insurance Medical terminology and scheduling Projects a friendly, positive, and professional attitude both in person and on the phone Detail oriented Flexible, willing to learn Strong collaborating skills, and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to multitask, and be flexible with regard to workload and assignments Ability to exercise judgment Ability to problem solve and exercise judgment Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Email, Word, EXCEL) Why Join Us: We are looking for collaborative, curious for knowledge people with a “can do” mentality to join our team of compassionate employees! We provide a stimulating work environment and offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including: • Choice of 2 health insurance plans • Health Reimbursement Arrangement • Health Plan Opt Out Benefit • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Account • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Group Life and AD&D Insurance • Short and Long Term Disability • Accident & Critical Illness Insurances • 403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match • Employee Assistance Plan • Generous Earned Time Off • Paid Extended Sick Time • 10 Paid Holidays + your birthday! • Bereavement Leave • Tuition Reimbursement • Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program Greater Nashua Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary Description: $15.88 - $23.82 per hour

Responsibilities

The Support Specialist manages the reception area and administrative functions, including client registration and clinician scheduling. They assist clients in determining medical financial assistance eligibility and facilitate the application process.