Patient Benefit Coordinator
MHMR Tarrant - Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
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The average rate for this position is... 21.50
Patient Benefit Coordinator
Uninterrupted Compassion, Unwavering Commitment! WE are looking for you to lead our team.
This position performs a variety of functions based on the agencies' changing needs. The Patient Benefit Coordinator (PBC) team's primary duty is to establish and maintain an individual's access to relevant benefits. These duties include assisting MHMR Tarrant County individuals in obtaining SSI/SSDI benefits along with Medicaid/ Medicare and supporting through the application process. The PBC will assist with the completion of forms and preparations of medical records, as required by SSA. PBC will provide consultation and direct assistance for individuals throughout the entire SSI/SSDI application process. The PBC will help establish and maintain an individual's access to relevant benefits (SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare Open Enrollment, Cell phone), Locating and facilitating of alternate funding sources to pay for medication (Patient Assistance Program (PAP), Medicare Part D Drug Plan (PDP), Medicaid Plans, and Adjudication Control), obtaining SSI/SSDI/ SOAR benefits, and supporting the individual through the application process. Will act as a resource for benefits information to the staff and individuals we serve. Requires basic knowledge of software and data system programs.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Health or Human Services, Business, Finance, or related field with 2 years' experience.
Excellent problem-solving skills that involve creativity in thinking outside of the box.
Special Courses, Certifications, and Licenses
- DARS Benefits Certification of Completion (Newbie Training)
- SSI/SSDI Outreach Access and Recovery (SOAR) Certification of Completion
- Texas Workforce Commission Certification (annually) (if applicable)
Personal and Public Contact
License/Certifications: Valid Texas Driver's License with proof of liability insurance, good driving record
Why join us: MHMR has proudly served Tarrant and adjacent county residents for over 50 years. As the second largest mental health community center in Texas, we are dedicated to serving adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities and delays and empowering them to improve their lives through an accessible, integrated, comprehensive person-centered system of care. MHMR is a mission-driven organization that fosters a culture of caring for employees and people we serve. Our mission statement is We Change Lives.
We CARE: • We Connect People in Our Community • We Provide Access to Services • We Link People to Resources • We Empower People
Our values are based on the following beliefs: • Respect for people who are active in planning their services • Recovery is a life-long process of better health • Success as positive outcomes for each person • Participation of people and their families in the process • Inclusion in the community through services that promote growth and independence • Safe, ethical, and cost-effective services • Best practices in current research in medical, psychosocial and organizational fields • Collaboration with other organizations for better services
Benefits: MHMR offers an excellent benefits package that includes retirement plan with company matching, generous PTO accrual, ten paid holidays, employee assistance programs, wellness programs, and more. MHMR is a participant in the Student Loan Forgiveness Program. We work diligently to provide excellent benefits to employees and their eligible dependents.
For a complete Job Description, detailed qualifications please reach out to. recruiting@mhmrtc.org
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