School-Based ACCESS Program (SBAP) Specialist

School-Based ACCESS Program (SBAP) Specialist

This is a Support; Level 13 position with a salary range starting at $50,100, and can increase based upon education and related experience. Job Summary: The School Based ACCESS Program (SBAP) Specialist- Support is responsible for supporting the daily operation of the SBAP program including the Random Moment Time Study (RMTS) Roster, and the billing system for the state vendor for all IU supported programs including contracted districts. Essential Functions: Participate in and support cross-training efforts to ensure continuity of SBAP operations, including gaining working knowledge of key tasks performed by team members and providing coverage as needed. Coordinate in a timely manner with the authorizing physician and district personnel to verify that appropriate student documentation required for billing is received. Review monthly management and exception reports provided by the state vendor to identify discrepancies, ensure data accuracy, and support compliance with program requirements. Maintain and update the SBAP Provider Revalidation process to ensure continued participation in the SBAP program. Participate in training sessions, regional meetings, and focus groups to remain current with program regulations, policies, and guidance. Maintain organized digital and/ or paper filing systems for all required student and staff documentation regularly, retire records in accordance with the established DHS and IU records retention policies in a timely manner. Serve as a knowledgeable resource on SBAP program requirements and processes for staff, teachers, parents, and service providers, and conduct quarterly training sessions for both related service providers and administrative personnel within the district and the IU. Discover and inform SBAP staff of procedures for best practices across the department through Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), ensuring internal controls and periodic internal audits are conducted in alignment with Department of Human Services (DHS) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines across the SBAP department. Support families as a COMPASS community partner by assisting with the Medical Assistance (MA) application process and coordinating with the County Assistance Office to provide information to potentially eligible students and parents . Support the preparation and execution of the annual agreement with the Authorizing Physician for review of records including preparation of the purchase requisition to encumber funds and submission of payment requests to accounts payable and ensure accurate budget tracking for these services. Provide support across the department as needed, assisting with tasks and responsibilities as they arise to ensure efficient and effective operations. Supervisory Responsibility: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 260-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours are dependent on the needs of the districts. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel: Little travel to client locations is expected for this position. QualificationsEducation and Experience: Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree beneficial. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience working with Medicaid billing particularly with the School based ACCESS program beneficial Strong interpersonal skills, able to collaborate to solve problems. Strong Technology skills with various application and databases. Ability to schedule time to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently with or without general supervision. To perform this job successfully an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Excel Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Office Word Processing software. Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required. EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer: The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. Primary Location: US-PA-DOYLESTOWN Work Locations: Bucks IU Administrative Office 705 Shady Retreat Rd DOYLESTOWN 18901